Lead Medical Lab Scientist — Lab Leadership & Training

Tenet Healthcare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist Lead to supervise diverse laboratory sections and ensure accurate testing from neonates to geriatric patients. You will guide staff, maintain procedures, and uphold quality and regulatory standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Medical Technology, MT certification, and at least 3 years of acute care experience. The position entails phlebotomy, instrument oversight, and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or equivalent.
• 3 years as a medical technologist in an acute care facility with increasing responsibilities.
• Registered with ASCP, NCA, AMT or CSMLS within 12 months of hire.
• Equivalency evaluation for non-US trained personnel within 30 days of hire.
• State licensure as required.

Responsibilities

• Processes and tests blood and other body fluid specimens for the clinical laboratory.
• Reviews test results and applies the correct clinical interpretation.
• Reports lab results accurately using the LIS.
• Performs operation, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation.
• Performs venous and capillary phlebotomy and ensures specimen integrity.
• Provides direction to other laboratory staff and oversees assigned sections.
• Writes procedures and assists in developing department policies.
• Trains employees and students.
• Coordinates point of care testing when requested.
• Ensures ongoing regulatory compliance (CAP, TCJ, AABB or other accrediting agencies).

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory testing

Clinical interpretation

Equipment troubleshooting

Team leadership

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

Tools

Laboratory information system

Job description

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist Lead to supervise diverse laboratory sections and ensure accurate testing from neonates to geriatric patients. You will guide staff, maintain procedures, and uphold quality and regulatory standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Medical Technology, MT certification, and at least 3 years of acute care experience. The position entails phlebotomy, instrument oversight, and collaboration across departments.