Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist

HealthPartners; Minnesota; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement program

Time away from work

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Onsite clinic

Job summary

Regions Hospital is seeking a Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist to join our team and provide leadership across the laboratory operations. The role includes performing tests, supporting method development, and mentoring staff to ensure high-quality patient results.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in Hematology or core lab areas and the ability to balance daily duties with leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, biology, or related field with ASCP certification or eligibility.
• Minimum of 2 years of MT/MLS experience, with at least 1 year in the specialty in the last 4 years.
• ASCP certification or eligibility and ongoing CE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a technical team in the Clinical Laboratory and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform laboratory tests in the assigned section and support methodology implementation.
• Lead training and competency programs for new personnel and students.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Organization & prioritization

Flexibility & adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science/biology

ASCP certification or eligibility

Job description

Regions Hospital is looking to hire a Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist to join our team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

Position Summary:

The Lead Technologist will work as a member of a technical team in the Clinical Laboratory including performing laboratory tests in the section assigned, assisting in the implementation of methodologies, participating in the training of new personnel or students, and assisting in the development and implementation of training and competency programs for new personnel.

The lead tech will serve as a resource to other staff, and perform duties as assigned by the Technical Specialist or Laboratory Leadership in maintaining hospital and laboratory compliance with regulations. It is an expectation that the lead tech will work well in a team and be able to effectively lead that team as appropriate.

We are seeking a motivated, well-rounded individual who can provide leadership and support across laboratory operations. Experience in Hematology/Special Hematology is particularly beneficial, although a strong background in other core laboratory areas, including Chemistry, Coagulation, and Urinalysis, is also valuable.

The ideal candidate will take ownership of their responsibilities, demonstrate initiative, support coworkers, and effectively balance daily laboratory duties with the expectations of the Lead role.

Work Schedule:

• Monday-Friday Days/Evenings
• Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science, biology, or related field; successful completion of a Clinical rotation in an approved program that qualifies for ASCP, or equivalent. Advanced training and/or experience or masters degree in a specialty area can be substituted for ASCP certification.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a MT or MLS with at least 1 year experience in the specialty area occurring in the last 4 years.
• Certification with ASCP or equivalent agency or eligible preferred. Must meet Continuing Education requirements to maintain certification if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Broad Laboratory Experience: Experience in Hematology/Special Hematology and other core laboratory areas, such as Chemistry, Coagulation, and Urinalysis.
• Self-Motivation and Initiative: Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently while identifying and completing tasks without constant direction.
• Staff Support and Resourcefulness: Ability to serve as a resource for staff by answering workflow questions, troubleshooting issues, and providing guidance.
• Organization and Prioritization: Ability to balance routine workload responsibilities with additional leadership duties while effectively prioritizing tasks.
• Flexibility and Adaptability: Willingness to step in where needed, adapt to changing operational demands, and support efficient department operations.

Benefits:

Regions offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!