Laboratory Lead Technologist

Southcoast Health System, Inc.; Wareham, West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Laboratory Lead Technologist who is passionate about delivering high-quality healthcare. In this dynamic role, you will perform laboratory analyses, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. You will also lead training sessions, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. This opportunity not only offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits but also a supportive environment that values diversity and professional growth. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the healthcare field, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous Earned Time Off Package

Employee Wellbeing Program

403B Retirement Plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Federal Loan Forgiveness programs

Professional growth opportunities

Customized leadership training

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Medical Technology or equivalent with 3 years experience.
• Certification as Medical Technologist required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analyses and identify critical results.
• Consult with vendors, document findings, and ensure compliance.
• Prepare and present in-service trainings annually.

Skills

Laboratory analyses

Troubleshooting

Training and presentation skills

Compliance with safety regulations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

Certification as Medical Technologist (MT A.S.C.P.)

Job description

Overview

Community Focused. Care Driven.

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row!

We are searching for a talented Laboratory Lead Technologist

Hours: 40hrs

Shift: Day shift with some on-call rotation; 8:00am - 4:30pm (variable start times)

Location: Tobey Hospital – Wareham, MA

A career at Southcoast Health offers you:

• A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous Earned Time Off Package**.
• Employee Wellbeing Program.
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

Under general direction of the Manager, Laboratory Site or designee, perform various duties to support and in support of the Laboratory/Pathology Department. Perform laboratory analyses and identify critical or unexpected results, consult with vendors to troubleshoot malfunctions, investigate all incidents, document and report all findings. Serve as department resource, prioritize and schedule staff assignments, prepare and present at least 4 in-service trainings annually, and ensure compliance with all safety regulations and standards including POC programs and OSHA regulations. Perform other related duties within the scope of position as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• A Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology or equivalent (minimum of 36 semester hours in biology and physical sciences) and up to and including three years of work-related experience.
• Certification as Medical Technologist such as MT (A.S.C.P.) or comparable agency approved by the National Commission for Health Certifying agencies is required upon date of hire and if applicable maintain certification through ASCP or comparable approved agency.
• Chemistry and Microbiology (limited) Department Lead Technologist.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.
• Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.

Pay Range

USD $37.37 - USD $49.32 /Hr.

Rotation Schedule Requirement

Some on call.