Lead Medical Technologist CLS FT McAllen

South Texas Health System; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas Health System in McAllen, TX is seeking a Laboratory Technologist to assist in supervising staff and ensuring timely, accurate reporting of tests. You will organize specimens, perform routine analyses, report critical values, and participate in quality programs and safety initiatives across the laboratory.

Weekend/holiday supervision may be required. The role emphasizes compliance with policies, continuing education, instrument maintenance, and potential teaching responsibilities in

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related lab science.
• MT(ASCP) or CLS eligibility (not required).
• 2 years hospital laboratory experience preferred.
• Commitment to Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising assigned staff and ensure high standard of work.
• Organize and prepare specimens for analysis; perform routine analyses and report results timely.
• Report critical values according to patient age and policies.
• Participate in quality improvement, quality control, instrument and inventory maintenance and safety.
• May supervise the laboratory on rotating weekends/holidays and participate in committee meetings.

Skills

Supervision

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Specimen prep

Safety practices

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

MT(ASCP) / CLS(NCA) eligible

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for assisting in the supervision of assigned staff in accordance with their job descriptions, maintaining a high standard of work and for timely and accurate reporting of tests in their section. Performs bench work as needed and in accordance with Policy and Procedures. Organizes and prepares specimens for analysis, performs routine analysis and reports results in a timely manner. Reports critical values according to patient age. Performs duties which may require both technical and professional judgment. Participates in and aids the Section Supervisor in developing and implementing all policies relating to quality improvement, quality control, instrument and inventory maintenance and personnel safety and productivity. May be required to evaluate and write procedures for new methods, participate in teaching, continuing education, validation of instruments or methods and other supervisory activities. May be required to supervise the entire laboratory on rotating weekends and holidays, to attend laboratory related committee meetings and to perform other such duties as required by the Laboratory Manager. Performs other related duties with a minimum of supervision. This position summary contains the most relevant duties and responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 2 years post graduate hospital experience preferred.

2. Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

EDUCATION / LICENSURE:

1. Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related laboratory science.

2. Medical Technologist, either certified by National registry such as MT(ASCP), CLS(NCA), or eligible to take registry exam. Registry not required

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