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Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Lab Technical Lead? At HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

+ Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

+ Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

+ Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

+ 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

+ Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

+ Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

+ Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

+ Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

+ Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

+ Colleague recognition program

+ Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

+ Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

_Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Lab Technical Lead like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Is responsible for providing department specific guidance, and training medical laboratory technicians and technologists. Assists in the investigation and resolution of departmental specific problems/complaints from physicians’ patients, and their families, nursing and other laboratory or hospital personnel. Performs clinical laboratory testing in all/or designated areas and is responsible for reviewing daily reports. He/she is responsible for reviewing monthly quality control for his/her section, to include documenting variances and providing explanations for outliers and/or trending. Ensures major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting procedures daily, or as needed. Ensures adequate supply levels for the assigned section and/or department. Instrumental in the review and preparation of departmental policies and procedures. Performs laboratory testing as necessary. Participates in bi-annual CAP inspections. Communicates to Laboratory Management all issues concerning the functioning of the laboratory. Employee will be responsible for knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psychological, educational, safety and related criteria for the neonate, infant child, adolescent, adult and geriatric population. He/she will perform tasks as assigned by the Supervisor within his/her scope of training.

What you will do in this role:

+ Supports the philosophy of Kingwood Medical Center by facilitating cooperation of hospital staff in a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.

+ Consistently provides outstanding service to all patients, physicians, fellow employees, and guests.

+ Displays initiative to see processes through to completion and offers assistance without being asked.

+ Maintains awareness of own limitations and seeks guidance from appropriate personnel as needed.

+ Prioritizes activities of self-based on demands for service.

+ Remains alert to the detection of errors in own work and the work of others with appropriate corrective actions initiated.

+ Demonstrates an understanding of patient rights, including those pertaining to confidentiality, informed decision-making, and privacy.

+ Is aware of resources available for ethical concerns and makes appropriate referrals.

+ Practices cost-efficiently.

+ Performs technical skills proficiently in accordance with established standards, as evidenced by annual validation processes.

+ Utilizes specialized knowledge and skill to perform job requirements.

+ Assists with the development of department specific policies and procedures to ensure smooth operation.

+ Provides input, and participates in the probationary and annual evaluation of departmental staff.

+ Provides guidance to others concerning minor instrument troubleshooting and training.

+ Displays consistent good judgment in dealing with technical and/or clinical problems.

What qualifications you will need:

+ Associate Degree

As a **full-service, 420+ bed acute care hospital** , HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/hca-houston-healthcare-kingwood) has provided the northeast Houston community with high-quality, cost-effective healthcare for over 25 years. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive, quality care, close to home. Our Women’s Center offers high-risk OB care, a **Level III NICU** , and pediatric services. We have an advanced Brain & Spine Center, which includes a DNV Comprehensive Stroke Center and the Sleep Center of Excellence. Our Orthopedic Center offers total joint replacement surgery using advanced technology. Other services include innovative and customized cardiovascular services, including open heart and vascular surgery and state-of-the-art imaging and endoscopy services for more accurate diagnosis and treatment plans. We are also a **Certified Level I Stroke Center and an Accredited Chest Pain Center.** We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Lab Technical Lead opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. **Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!**

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.