Lead Medical Technologist

Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center is seeking a Lead Medical Technologist to oversee daily operations and ensure the highest quality standards in patient care. This full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and certification as a Medical Technologist. As part of a committed healthcare team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to innovative laboratory practices and staff development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with match

Education assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off and family leave

Well-being resources and counseling

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as Medical Technologist or Medical Lab Scientist preferred.
• Bachelors Degree required as per CLIA guidelines.
• MT (ASCP) or equivalent license required.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations including decision-making and technical oversight.
• Manage employee performance appraisals and staff development.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory standards and optimize resource allocation.

Skills

Technical expertise

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical, Chemical or Biological Sciences

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

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Description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a Lead Medical Technologist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
  
  

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Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Lead Medical Technologist where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary And Qualifications

• Directs daily operations including decision-making, response to problems, identifying issues and errors and taking corrective action. Demonstrates technical expertise.
• Contributes to good employee relationships and provides for staff development. Assists with employee performance appraisals.
• Adheres to proper resource allocation and coordination. Ensures maximum efficiency in use of personnel. Controls departmental supply expense.
• Demonstrates and encourages innovation and creativity. Responds to changes in clinical laboratory medicine. Motivates and educates staff to challenge traditional operational methods, i.e., scheduling, processes, etc.
• Manages and shares daily workload. Uses time wisely. Provides a productive atmosphere. Manages specialty areas and/or assignments in compliance with general laboratory standards.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of test methodologies and quality control. Assists with the review and implementation of procedures and policies. Assists with preparing for laboratory for inspections. Prepares reports as needed.
• Maintains good communication with laboratory leadership, pathologists, co-workers, team members and customers. Respects patient confidentiality. Demonstrates an awareness of patient/client expectations and seeks to always satisfy.
• Demonstrates proficiency in all laboratory computer related tasks. Provides training to employees as necessary.
• Ensures that all instrument maintenance is performed and documented. Administers to all established quality control procedures. Troubleshoots instruments effectively, when appropriate.
• Understands and participates in laboratory QA plan, safety policies, emergency preparedness plan and infection control plan.
• Understands/respects laboratory billing compliance plan. Adheres to guidelines set forth in Lab Billing Compliance Plan. Attends Annual Billing Compliance Training and Annual Ethics Training. Understands and adheres to patient security and confidentiality standards.
• Initiates and documents patient teaching, including family and /or significant others. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and assess data appropriate to the age of the patient served.
  
  

EXPERIENCE

Preferred: 1-2 years of experience as Medical Technologist or Medical Lab Scientist

EDUCATION

Required: Bachelors Degree in Physical, Chemical or Biological Sciences or in Medical Technology, as required by CLIA

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION

Required: MT (ASCP) or equivalent

Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center has provided quality healthcare services since 2010. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 130+ bed hospital is one of the leading community hospitals for the Fredericksburg area. The center is a part of HCA Virginia, which is the commonwealth's most comprehensive healthcare network. We offer a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical services. The services include a 24-hour emergency room, advanced-technology operating rooms, cancer care center, advanced imaging, heart and vascular care, obstetrics and neonatal care, intensive care and psychiatric care.

At Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Lead Medical Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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