Medical Technologist
West Georgia Technical College
Georgia, USA · Decatur, GA, USA
Pay Grade: O
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This is a FEDERAL GRANT FUNDED position and is subject to available grant funds.
***Urgently Hiring***
Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.
What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.
- Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
- Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
- Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
- Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.
GPHL is seeking a Senior Project Manager for implementation of the laboratory information system (LIMS) for advanced molecular detection tests and for onboarding of new technologies.
- Responsible for the leadership of GPHL’s LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System), including leading and advising diverse staff (IT, Laboratory scientists, bioinformaticians) on building new tests into the LIMS, i.e., writing test result reporting language, testing new builds with emphasis on the building of new test codes for Advanced Molecular Detection tests.
- Development of laboratory test logic diagrams for outcomes of laboratory tests with emphasis on genomic or other advanced molecular detection tests.
- GPHL’s point of contact, leads and manages linkage of the LIMS to electronic health records and SENDSS (surveillance system). This includes defining technical requirements for lab test requisitions & linkage to other electronic systems.
- Managing quarterly quality reviews of GPHL’s test directory and menu of services and implementing updates: Directing laboratory staff to submit change requests, facilitating leadership review and implementing changes.
- Responsible for managing and developing contracts for LIMS implementation and support.
- Responsible for managing periodic quality reviews of GPHL websites and externally facing electronic systems.
- Overseeing the work of contracted LIMS IT professionals, account managers and website managers.
- Skilled in Communications. Ability to develop and implement lab Website content and informational banners for specimen submitters.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s or PhD degree in Biomedical Science.
Must have experience in genomic pathogen testing or clinical testing in a hospital or public health laboratory.
Be able to work on multi-disciplinary teams.
Great communication skills and customer service oriented.
Worked with at least two different LIMS at different institutions or successive LIMS versions.
The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
Relocation assistance is not provided.
In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
ADA Statement
DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-ADA@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
BENEFITS
Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.