Lead Medical Technologist — Elevate Patient Care

Lifepoint Health®; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

PTO & Insurance

Tuition support

401(k) match

Well-being programs

Career development

Job summary

Los Alamos Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Lead Medical Technologist to oversee testing processes and ensure accuracy across sections. You will supervise, train staff, and maintain equipment in a fast-paced clinical lab environment.

Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, ASCP registry, and BLS certification, with two years in a clinical specialty and at least one year in a lead role or management.

Qualifications

• Two years in clinical specialty required.
• One year lead tech or management experience preferred.
• ASCP or equivalent registry.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs procedures in assigned sections for patients of all age groups.
• Assumes responsibility for accurate test results based on independent judgment, proper use, and maintenance of equipment.
• Assists manager/supervisor with correlation, validation, verification, and troubleshooting.
• Assists manager/supervisor with section development, documents, and records.
• Maintains adequate stock of supplies.
• Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.
• Assists leader with proficiency testing processes.
• Assists leader with competency assessments for all staff in section, including direct observation assessment.
• Assists with orientation and training of personnel and students.

Skills

Clinical specialty experience

Lead tech experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related

ASCP or equivalent registry

BLS certification

Job description

Los Alamos Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Lead Medical Technologist to oversee testing processes and ensure accuracy across sections. You will supervise, train staff, and maintain equipment in a fast-paced clinical lab environment.

Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, ASCP registry, and BLS certification, with two years in a clinical specialty and at least one year in a lead role or management.