Medical Laboratory Scientist Group Lead - Trainer

Staff Icons; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the Tees Valley is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist Group Lead - Trainer. This role involves training new staff, conducting complex test procedures, and supporting laboratory operations. Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of clinical experience and a Bachelor's degree, with preferred ASCP certification. This position also requires proven leadership and problem-solving skills, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office and laboratory information systems.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of clinical experience as a Medical Technologist.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation.
• Knowledge of designated specialty required.

Responsibilities

• Train new hires and lead cross training for current staff.
• Perform test procedures of moderate/high complexity.
• Assist Lab Supervisor and serve as a technical resource.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Ability to work independently

Interpersonal skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist Group Lead - Trainer

Cleveland, OH
Shift: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

Train new hires and lead cross training for current staff, perform test procedures of moderate/high complexity requiring the exercise of independent judgement and responsibility in those specialties in which they are qualified by education, training and experience. Assist Lab Supervisor and serve as a technical resource for the department.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in all duties of a Medical Technologist I and II.
• Training new hires and periodic competency testing of current employees.
• In collaboration with MediaLab Administrators, maintain proper training and competency records of employees.
• May perform and report on analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met.
• Write or edit SOP to an extent acceptable by regulation and succinct enough to facilitate successful training and execution in laboratory operations.
• Develop and deliver training materials on medical laboratory science principles, technical skills, safety protocols, and regulations such as CLIA, New York, CMS, HIPAA, and OSHA.
• Actively support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Assist in validating and verifying new assays and train medical laboratory scientists on new testing procedures.
• Review requests for validity checks and recommend an appropriate course of action considering limitations of specimen requirements and the effects of time and quality of additional and/or repeat testing.
• Serve as a technical resource for the department by investigating and resolving analytical testing problems, recommending a course of action in instances identified as beyond acceptable limits, and responding to non-routine/complex inquiries and/or requests from clients and sales representatives.
• Assist Lab Supervisor by monitoring workflow to meet testing schedules; distributing and reviewing work assignments; training employees in laboratory techniques; resolving work-related problems of staff; and providing input for performance appraisals and disciplinary actions.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate and assist with the department's annual competency testing process and documentation.
• Adhere to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements and review department activities to ensure compliance.
• Use personal protective equipment, engineering controls and/or practice controls as directed by management.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
• Perform necessary supervisor functions in the absence of a supervisor, if qualified and delegated.
• Assist in scheduling rotations and training for MLS students.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Required Work Experience

Three (3) to five (5) years of clinical experience as a Medical Technologist within the designated discipline.

Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation). The United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.

Knowledge

• Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge and experience as a trainer is preferred.

Skills

• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Must be detail-oriented, able to work independently, establish work priorities for self and others, and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Ability to schedule and manage resources to meet department goals.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and resolve technical problems.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Certifications

ASCP Certification (Preferred). Candidate must be eligible for and obtain ASCP within twelve months of hire.