Lead Medical Lab Scientist - Blood Bank, Days

Piedmont; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Macon Medical is seeking a skilled medical technologist to lead operations in their laboratory department. The role involves oversight of laboratory processes including compliance, staff training, and quality assurance.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant science field, and at least 3 years of hospital experience. Certification as a medical technologist is mandatory upon hire.

Qualifications

• 3 years of hospital experience required.
• Certification as a medical technologist required upon hire.
• Strong understanding of laboratory operations and testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations within assigned laboratory section/team.
• Ensure compliance with testing methodologies and quality control.
• Assist with employee training and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Lead or supervisory experience

Laboratory testing procedures

Quality control/assurance

Regulatory compliance

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Tools

Medical laboratory equipment

Job description

Overview: 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.

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• Bachelors 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 Macon Medical