LEAD MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care in Camden, NJ seeks a Lead Technologist for the Clinical Laboratory. The role delivers essential duties across sub‑specialties, providing technical guidance to staff and acting as the Manager's designee to ensure policy‑compliant operations.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of clinical laboratory experience and an ASCP Registry certification, with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• ASCP Registry certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead technologist performs essential duties in clinical laboratory sub‑specialties.
• Provides technical expertise to staff and others.
• Acts as Manager's designee in decisions aligned with policies and procedures.

Skills

Clinical laboratory experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in biology or chemistry

Job description

About Us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Benefits

• Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement.
• We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Short Description

The Lead Technologist performs essential duties in one or more sub-specialties of the Clinical Laboratory in a highly competent manner. In addition, he/she provides technical expertise to staff and others and acts as the Manager's designee in performing delegated tasks. The Lead Tech collaborates with the manager in making decisions in compliance with existing policies, procedures, or instructions.

Experience Required

3-5 years clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Education Requirements

HIGH SCHOOL OR GEDBACHELORS

License/Certification Requirements

Baccalaureate degree in biology or chemistry with 3-5 years of clinical laboratory experience may qualify.

Special Requirements

ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists) Registry