Lead Medical Lab Scientist - Days

Piedmont; Snellville (GA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastside Medical Center is seeking a Laboratory Lead/Medical Technologist to oversee operations in an assigned section, ensuring accurate testing, proper documentation, and regulatory compliance. The role supports physicians with diagnostic testing and patient care.

The ideal candidate holds an ASCP/AMT/AAB-certified MT/MLS credential (or equivalent) and has hospital laboratory experience, with leadership or supervisory capabilities preferred.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's Degree in clinical laboratory science, biomedical science, medical technology or life/biological science preferred.
• 3 years of hospital experience required.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Certification as a medical technologist/medical laboratory scientist per ASCP/AMT/AAB; required upon hire; AAB provisional certification not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of operation in assigned section/team/department under laboratory management.
• Prepare and maintain records, reports, policies and procedures; oversight of testing methodologies and staffing.
• 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 and monitoring disease.

Skills

3 years hospital experience

Lead or supervisory experience

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in clinical laboratory science or life/biological science

Job description

Overview

Experience the advantages of real career change

Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you'll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You'll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan for the 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:
Eastside Medical Center