Central Accessioning Lead Technologist

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

North Carolina, US
$58,265.00 - $87,396.00 py
Central accessioning unit operations
Specimen acceptability evaluation
Laboratory web portal and lims management
The Lead Technologist provides advanced pre-analytical oversight for clinical and environmental specimens, ensuring all submissions meet federal regulatory standards and NCSLPH acceptance criteria

Job Summary

  • The Lead Technologist provides advanced pre-analytical oversight for clinical and environmental specimens, ensuring all submissions meet federal regulatory standards and NCSLPH acceptance criteria.
  • This role involves reviewing and validating test orders, managing specimen data, coordinating workflow through the Laboratory Web Portal and LIMS, and acting as a liaison between Central Accessioning, laboratory sections, and external submitters.
  • The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits, including health insurance options, retirement plans, NCFlex program, paid leave, and paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

The Lead Technologist provides advanced pre-analytical oversight for clinical and environmental specimens, ensuring all submissions meet federal regulatory standards and NCSLPH acceptance criteria.

Salary

$58,265.00 - $87,396.00

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Central Accessioning Unit operations
  • Specimen acceptability evaluation
  • Laboratory Web Portal and LIMS management
  • Pre-analytical instrument troubleshooting
  • Adherence to safety protocols and SOPs

Nice-to-have

  • Liaison between units and submitters
  • Staff training and development
  • Quality improvement activities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in medical technology, chemistry, or biological science OR Associate degree with 2 years experience OR Certified Laboratory Assistant course with 3 years experience OR Equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Must meet Federal CLIA '88 personnel requirements for high complexity testing
  • Attach transcripts and/or certifications

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Not specified

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