LABORATORY TECH - HEMATOLOGY LEAD

Carypines; Caribou (ME); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Cary Medical Center in Caribou, ME is seeking a Lab Technician - Hematology Lead to provide leadership in the hematology area, ensure quality service, and maintain compliance with state and federal regulations. The role supports efficient workflow for patient sample testing, QC data, and instrumentation management.

The position offers a full-time schedule of 36 hours with day shifts (7a-7p) and eligibility for a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Meets MLT, MT or CLS requirements.
• Registry with ASCP/HEW/AMT preferred.
• CPR and basic first aid preferred.

Responsibilities

• Resolves routine operational issues in a timely manner with manager as needed.
• Monitors inventories and orders reagents and supplies to ensure sufficiency.
• Maintains policy and procedure manual for area and ensures review by manager.
• Ensures compliance with CAP requirements and related documentation.
• Provides troubleshooting support and implements new equipment and procedures as required.
• Oversees surveys, data reporting, and quality control data for the area.

Skills

Laboratory leadership

Quality control

Compliance

Education

MLT/MT/CLS certification

ASCP/HEW/AMT registry preferred

CPR and basic first aid preferred

Job description

Schedule: Full-Time / 36 Hours
Shift: Days 7a-7p
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range

$29.40 – $44.00 per hour

The compensation range listed above represents the good-faith range Cary Medical Center anticipates relying upon when making an offer for this position. Starting pay is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, certifications, internal equity, and market conditions.

Job Summary:

LABORATORY TECH - HEMATOLOGY LEAD isresponsible for providing leadership in assigned area, ensuring quality service, operational efficiency and compliance with all State and Federal regulations, certification requirements and hospital and departmental policies. Will provide a level of technical competence that allows efficient, high-quality workflow related to patient sample acquisition and testing, quality control data, instrumentation management and procedure issues. This position has no discretionary decision-making pertaining to hiring, firing or disciplinary responsibilities.

We take pride in our workplace culture—so much so that our employees have voted us one of Maine's Best Places to Work for five consecutive years, including recognition in 2025. At Cary Medical Center, you'll join a supportive, collaborative team where your contributions are valued, professional growth is encouraged, and patient-centered care is at the heart of everything we do.

Essential Job Duties:

• Resolves routine operational issues in a timely manner involving the manager as appropriate.
• Properly monitors inventories and orders all reagents and supplies when needed and to ensure there is enough on hand.
• Maintains policy and procedure manual for area of responsibility, assuring review by manager.
• Maintains compliance with CAP requirements and ensures that all requirements are addressed.
• Ensures appropriate resolution of technical problems by serving as a resource to the staff for troubleshooting.
• Responsible for the proper implementation of new equipment and procedures.
• Ensures that all surveys are processed and reported appropriately.
• Able to perform responsibilities in the other areas of the lab as designated.
• Reviews QC and improvement data and submits data as appropriate.
• Reviews monthly statistical reports and discusses with the manager.
• Responsible for all linearity and reproducibility studies, ensuring their timely completion and appropriate documentation.
• Ensures that preventive maintenance functions are completed appropriately, and records are reviewed and signed monthly.
• Ensures appropriate and timely orientation and training for all new employees in assigned area, including documenting such orientation.
• Participates in continuing education activities to enhance both technical and clinical expertise.

Other Responsibilities:

• Meets the identified organizational requirements and work habits while at the same time, promotes a collaborative and cooperative environment
• Actions reflect a positive approach to work
• Demonstrates the ability to work with others in a team environment and build rapport with teammates
• Assists the phlebotomy staff as necessary to provide prompt, compassionate customer service to all patients
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned
• Complies with the rules and regulations of all Federal, State and Local governments

Requirements

Licenses & Education:

• Meets either a MLT, MT or CLS requirements.
• Registry with ASCP, HEW or AMT, preferred.
• CPR and basic first aid preferred.

Availability:

• Must be able to work Sunday through Saturday with occasional weekend and holiday coverage required. Employee will work on various shifts as assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Cary Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal or Maine law.

Contact:

• To view the full job description or request additional information, please contact Kelly at 207-498-1311 or email [e-mail].
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off.

Cary Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Provider