Lead Medical Technologist – Lab Leadership & QA

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time off and disability coverage

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast in Pasadena, TX is seeking a Lead Medical Technologist to foster teamwork, ensure quality/safety, and supervise lab staff. The role involves maintaining equipment, reviewing reports, and supporting CAP inspections to uphold high standards of patient care.

The ideal candidate will hold MT/CLS certification, a relevant bachelor degree, and 3–5 years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological or Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science (MT/CLS).
• National Certification required or CLIA equivalent.
• Three to five years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in investigation and resolution of departmental problems from physicians, patients, families, and staff.
• Perform clinical laboratory testing in designated areas and review daily reports.
• Review monthly quality control, document variances and explain outliers/trends.
• Maintain major automated equipment through maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure adequate supply levels and participate in CAP inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Attention to quality

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology/CLS

National Certification

Job description

HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast in Pasadena, TX is seeking a Lead Medical Technologist to foster teamwork, ensure quality/safety, and supervise lab staff. The role involves maintaining equipment, reviewing reports, and supporting CAP inspections to uphold high standards of patient care.

The ideal candidate will hold MT/CLS certification, a relevant bachelor degree, and 3–5 years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.