Lead Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Erie County Medical Center Corporation; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 150,158,000 - 157,046,000; Full time

Job summary

Erie County Medical Center Corporation in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor to oversee and perform tests across multiple sections (Biochemistry, Blood Bank, Hematology and Microbiology) to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.

The role involves supervising lower‑level staff, interpreting data with the LIS, maintaining equipment and supplies, and ensuring quality control and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required by NYS for Clinical Laboratory Technology roles with two years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology with four years of technical experience (two in the target section) required.
• Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist in New York State with four years of technical experience (two in the target section).

Responsibilities

• Supervises and performs routine and special tests in two or more clinical laboratory sections (Biochemistry, Blood Bank, Hematology and/or Microbiology).
• Performs more difficult and complex tests and examinations in two or more clinical laboratory sections.
• Evaluates and interprets laboratory data using LIS; performs quality control to ensure accuracy.
• Investigates QC problems and conducts fixes; assists with research and development projects.
• Maintains equipment, supplies, and records; prepares clinical laboratory reports.
• Supervises and trains lower-level staff; oversees sample preparations and reagent management.
• Keeps abreast of developments in the field; may collect specimens from patients, including phlebotomy.

Education

Master's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology

Clinical Laboratory Technologist license issued by NYS Education Department

Job description

Erie County Medical Center Corporation in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor to oversee and perform tests across multiple sections (Biochemistry, Blood Bank, Hematology and Microbiology) to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.

The role involves supervising lower‑level staff, interpreting data with the LIS, maintaining equipment and supplies, and ensuring quality control and regulatory compliance.