Lead Medical Lab Scientist

Piedmont Healthcare; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare in Covington, GA is seeking a Lead Medical Lab Scientist to oversee all operations of the assigned section, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely reporting.

You will supervise staff, contribute to validations, QA/QC, and collaborate with management to maintain high-quality patient test results. Requires ASCP-certified, 3 years hospital experience, and a bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or related life science field.
• 3 years of hospital lab experience and supervisory exposure preferred.
• ASCP/AMT/AAB certification required by Georgia regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of operation in the assigned lab section with oversight.
• Assist with test validations, quality control, and regulatory compliance.
• Perform or supervise tests to support diagnosis and patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in clinical laboratory science

Job description

Job ID: 30439

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Lead Medical Lab Scientist

Overview:

When you join Piedmont, you're not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch - especially yours. We're committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we're doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.

Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters-and where you're supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you'll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of laboratory management, is responsible for leading all aspects of operation in assigned section/team/department, including preparation and maintenance of records, reports, policies and procedures; analysis of testing methodologies, employee training/staffing, technical oversight, and compliance. Works in collaboration with team members to ensure that tasks, priorities, goals and achievements are coordinated with management. Assist with test validations, regulatory compliance, quality control/assurance, and maintenance within assigned area. Perform a variety of laboratory tests and procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing, monitoring, treating and preventing disease.

Qualifications:

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• Bachelor's Degree in clinical laboratory science, biomedical science, medical technology or in a life / biological science (biology, biochemistry, microbiology, etc.) Preferred

Work Experience

• 3 years of hospital experience Required
• Previous lead or supervisory experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Certification as a medical technologist or medical laboratory scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), AMT (American Medical Technologists) or AAB (American Association of Bioanalysts) according to the qualifications through the State of Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility, Clinical Laboratory regulations. Upon Hire Required
• AAB provisional certification not accepted

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Newton Hospital

Position Information

Location

Covington, Georgia

Posted

10/19/2026

Type

Lab

Schedule

Full-Time

Job ID

30439

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