Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist: QC & Leadership

Atlantic Health; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health in Hackettstown, New Jersey, seeks a Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist to oversee specimen processing and CLIA testing. Under supervision, you will ensure accuracy, maintain quality control, and collaborate with care teams to improve workflow. This leadership role emphasizes regulatory compliance and proficient use of HIS/LIS for reliable results.

Join a patient-focused laboratory team and contribute to high-quality diagnostics within our southern New Jersey network.

Responsibilities

• Specimen processing and accessioning per guidelines.
• Perform CLIA high/moderate complexity testing.
• Report accurate results and review final reports.
• Maintain quality control and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with teams to support patient care.

Skills

Specimen Processing

Accessioning

CLIA Testing

Result Reporting

Laboratory QC

HIS/LIS Proficiency

Equipment Operation

Verification & Validation

Proficiency Testing

Team Leadership

Inventory Management

Safety Compliance

Tools

HIS/LIS Software

Job description

Atlantic Health in Hackettstown, New Jersey, seeks a Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist to oversee specimen processing and CLIA testing. Under supervision, you will ensure accuracy, maintain quality control, and collaborate with care teams to improve workflow. This leadership role emphasizes regulatory compliance and proficient use of HIS/LIS for reliable results.

Join a patient-focused laboratory team and contribute to high-quality diagnostics within our southern New Jersey network.