Lead Medical Laboratory Technologist - Core Lab Leader

Principle-Health-Systems; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

On-demand earned wages

Job summary

Principle Health Systems in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Lead Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT/MLS) to oversee core lab operations and ensure high-quality testing across chemistry, hematology, coagulation and urinalysis.

You will supervise staff, maintain instruments, and ensure CLIA/COLA/CAP compliance while driving process improvements and patient safety. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and an evolving work environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field.
• MLT or MT (ASCP/AMT) certification required.
• 3+ years of clinical lab experience as a generalist.
• Experience with hematology, coagulation, chemistry, urinalysis, and some microbiology.
• Previous laboratory leadership experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day Core Laboratory operations across multiple testing areas.
• Coordinate moderate to high complexity testing; ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, COLA and state regs.
• Monitor QA/QC to maintain accuracy and precision in testing.
• Oversee instrument maintenance and policy compliance.
• Lead, mentor, and manage laboratory staff to promote development and teamwork.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and document follow-ups.
• Serve as a technical resource for staff and healthcare providers.
• Help develop and revise laboratory procedures and protocols.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate procurement of supplies and equipment.
• Investigate specimens and quality issues; participate in root-cause analysis.
• Review patient results, including abnormal/critical values, per policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Meet requirements of MT/MLT per job description and participate in inspections.

Skills

Leadership experience

Attention to detail

Reliability

Team collaboration

Education

Science degree

MLT or MT certification

Job description

Principle Health Systems in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Lead Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT/MLS) to oversee core lab operations and ensure high-quality testing across chemistry, hematology, coagulation and urinalysis.

You will supervise staff, maintain instruments, and ensure CLIA/COLA/CAP compliance while driving process improvements and patient safety. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and an evolving work environment.