Lead Medical Lab Scientist & Lab Team Leader

Piedmont; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Newton Hospital in Covington, GA is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor/Medical Technologist to lead all aspects of the assigned section, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in testing. You will oversee records, policies, and quality controls, collaborate with colleagues, and guide test validations to support physicians in diagnosing and treating patients.

A hospital background and ASCP MLS certification by hire are required.

Qualifications

• 3 years of hospital laboratory experience required.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Certification as a medical technologist or MLS as per Georgia regs required upon hire; provisional 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.
• 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

Leadership

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in clinical laboratory science or related life science

Job description

Piedmont Newton Hospital in Covington, GA is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor/Medical Technologist to lead all aspects of the assigned section, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in testing. You will oversee records, policies, and quality controls, collaborate with colleagues, and guide test validations to support physicians in diagnosing and treating patients.

A hospital background and ASCP MLS certification by hire are required.