Lead Medical Lab Scientist, Chemistry

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus Available

Job summary

Piedmont Fayette Hospital in Fayetteville, GA, is seeking a Laboratory leader to oversee operations in the assigned department. Responsibilities include maintaining records and procedures, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supervising staff.

The role supports physicians with testing to diagnose and treat diseases. Requirements include a HS diploma or GED, a Bachelor's degree in a life sciences field, and at least 3 years of hospital experience with lead responsibilities.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in clinical laboratory science, biomedical science, medical technology or in a life / biological science (biology, biochemistry, microbiology, etc.) preferred.
• 3 years of hospital experience required.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Certification as a medical technologist or medical laboratory scientist per Georgia regulations; required upon hire.
• AAB provisional certification not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Lead 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.
• Collaborate with team members to coordinate tasks, priorities, goals and achievements 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.

Skills

Laboratory leadership

Regulatory compliance

Quality control

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in clinical laboratory science, biomedical science, medical technology or life/biological science

H.S. Diploma or GED Required

Job description

Overview

Sign-on Bonus Available

Shift Info: Monday - Friday 7a-3:30p

Location: Piedmont Fayette Hospital in Fayetteville, Ga

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 Fayette Hospital