Lead Medical Technologist - Hematology

OhioHealth; Pickerington (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is looking for a skilled individual to oversee technical operations in their Core Lab. This role is critical for ensuring accurate patient test results and managing quality assurance. Responsibilities include conducting analyses, developing quality measures, engaging in education, and maintaining compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science and relevant certifications. This full-time position offers a challenging and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in clinical laboratory science or related field.
• ASCP certification or equivalent required within two years of hire.
• Minimum of two years' experience in patient care or clinical laboratory settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced analyses of body fluids and tissues, ensuring data accuracy.
• Develop quality control measures and validate methods for regulatory compliance.
• Engage in ongoing education and provide training for staff and students.
• Maintain quality control documentation in accordance with accrediting agency standards.

Skills

Technical analysis of body fluids

Quality control and assurance

Staff training and mentorship

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

ASCP – Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification

Job description

Job Summary

This role oversees technical operations to ensure accurate patient test results, manages quality assurance and regulatory compliance, trains staff, and implements new instruments and methods.

Responsibilities

• 40% Independently conducts advanced analyses of body fluids and tissues. Assesses the accuracy of all analytical data before results are released for patient diagnosis and treatment purposes. Interprets information by applying judgment and making decisions based on technical procedures and instrumentation. Possesses an understanding of how to correlate medical data, recognize links between various laboratory parameters, consider physiological influences, and understand how different medications and treatments may impact results.
• 30% Develops and reviews quality control measures, examines peer data, and participates in proficiency testing. Troubleshoots issues by analyzing complex information. Validates methods and ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory activities.
• 15% Engages in ongoing education and competency development to stay updated within the field. Provides training for new team members and students, fulfilling competency and mandatory educational requirements. Communicates updates and offers clinical guidance and leadership to colleagues.
• 10% Keeps quality control and instrument records in accordance with accrediting agency standards, ensuring documentation is readily available to all technical staff and inspectors.
• 5% Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree (Required)
• ASCP – Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or equivalent certification

Additional Details

• Minimum Qualifications – Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or related science field with ASCP (or equivalent AMT) certification required within two years of hire. Minimum two years’ experience in patient care or clinical laboratory settings.
• Work Shift – Day
• Scheduled Weekly Hours – 40
• Department – Core Lab

As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time.

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all persons in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.