Lead Medical Technologist

Lighthouse Lab Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Medical Technologist to join their dedicated team in Chicago. In this pivotal role, you will oversee clinical testing operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance while guiding lab staff. This position offers the chance to impact patient care significantly, working in a supportive environment that values education and continuous improvement. You'll collaborate with leadership to maintain high standards and participate in quality assurance initiatives. If you're passionate about laboratory science and eager to lead a team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant science or medical technology with laboratory experience.
• Experience in high complexity testing and laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical testing and troubleshoot lab equipment.
• Coordinate training and maintain quality assurance activities.

Skills

Clinical Testing

Laboratory Equipment Maintenance

Quality Assurance

Technical Consultation

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Biological Science

Associate Degree in Laboratory Science

Tools

LIS Software

Laboratory Analyzers

Job description

Lighthouse Lab Services seeks a full-time Lead Medical Technologist for an established acute care community hospital in Chicago, IL.

About the Hospital: An acute care community hospital, we proudly serving over 33,000 patients each year. As a not-for-profit, patient-focused provider, they go beyond treatment by promoting wellness, education, and a healthier future for their community. Their strong partnerships with physicians, research institutions, and local businesses, allows them the ability to deliver compassionate, exceptional care to their patients.

About the Position:

Working under the Clinical Laboratory Director, the Lead Medical Technologist performs clinical testing across all patient groups and provides daily guidance to lab staff on workload, procedures, and policy. They serve as a resource for technical issues, support quality assurance, education, or technical initiatives, and ensure accurate, timely results. They also oversee corrective actions for test system issues and report only valid results.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs moderate to high-complexity clinical testing and advanced troubleshooting.
• Operates, calibrates, maintains, and troubleshoots lab equipment and analyzers.
• Develops and maintains teaching/training materials; coordinates training, competency assessments, and continuing education.
• Supports lab leadership in maintaining operations, employee competency, and regulatory compliance.
• Participates in inspection readiness and quality assurance activities.
• Acts as liaison between staff and management; implements process improvements based on staff feedback.
• Stays current on new technologies and recommends upgrades or improvements.
• Writes and maintains procedures and policies per accreditation standards.
• Assists in total quality management, quality review, and proficiency testing.
• Serves as a technical resource and mentor; provides consultation to clinicians.
• Assists in interviews, billing processes, and phlebotomy oversight.
• Analyzes quality control data to identify trends and performance issues.
• Oversees validation/verification of instruments, methods, and tests.
• Manages supply inventory and applies asset management principles.
• Evaluates quality control and proficiency testing results to identify/correct issues.
• Develops, monitors, and reports on performance improvement and QA plans
• Coordinates and maintains the competency program; ensures compliance with accrediting agencies.
• Collaborates with LIS/IT for test build, software validation, result display accuracy, and documentation.
• Serves as LIS liaison, communicates updates, trains staff, and oversees upgrades or new system installations.
• Performs regular LIS checks and implements necessary updates; assists with computer-related projects.
• Completes all other duties as assigned and instructed.

Required Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, physical, or biological science or medical technology from an accredited institution with at least four years of laboratory training and/or experience in high complexity testing.

OR

• Associate degree in laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution with at least eight (8) years of clinical laboratory experience in high complexity testing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MLS or MT or MLT or equivalent certification from ASCP, or AMT.
• Two years of lead or supervisory experience in a clinical laboratory.

SALARY, SCHEDULE, BENEFITS:

• 2nd shift 3pm-11:30pm
• Salary commensurate with education and experience
• Full-Comprehensive benefits

About Us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has more than 21 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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