Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist - Central Processing Area

Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Medical Technologist at Wexner Medical Center oversees the Central Processing Area, with a focus on the send-out section and Lab Customer Service to support timely and accurate patient care.

You will assist with workflows, billing-related processes, staff training, and coordination of services. The role includes orientation of new staff, development of training materials, and participation in staff evaluations under the lab leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in clinical or medical laboratory science or medical technology OR Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology plus Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science.
• 2 years of relevant experience required.
• ASCP certification required within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Central Processing Area operations, with focus on send-out area and Lab Customer Service.
• Assist with operational workflows and billing-related processes.
• Coordinate services to support timely, accurate patient care.
• Orient and train new staff in assigned areas; may participate in Lab Customer Service candidate interviews.
• Develop and maintain learning materials, competency exams, and ongoing educational resources for staff.
• Provide training summaries, participate in staff evaluations, supervise staff, and maintain records.
• Work under the direction of division directors and lab manager.

Skills

Staff training

Interview coordination

Laboratory operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical/medical laboratory science or medical technology

Associate degree in laboratory science and Bachelor's in chemical/biological science

Job description

Scope of Position

Central Processing Area encompasses specimen collection and receipt, specimen processing, specimen distribution, send out referral testing, and client services within the Department of Clinical Laboratories. The Central Processing Area is staffed 24 hours per day, Sunday through Saturday.

Position Summary

The Lead Medical Technologist supports daily operations within the Central Processing Area, with focused oversight of the send-out area and Lab Customer Service functions. This role assists with operational workflows, billing-related processes, and coordination of services to support accurate, timely, and efficient patient care. The Lead Medical Technologist helps with the orientation and training of new staff within their assigned areas and may participate in the interview process for Lab Customer Service candidates. Responsibilities also include assisting with development and maintenance of learning materials, competency exams, and ongoing educational resources for staff. Administrative duties include providing training summaries, input on staff evaluations, technical procedure writing and implementation, supervision of staff, and record keeping. The Lead Medical Technologist works under the direction of the division director(s) and lab manager.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology AND Bachelor's degree in a chemical or biological science. 2 years of relevant experience required. ASCP certification required within 1 year of hire.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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