Lead Medical Technologist - Lab Operations & Growth

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Tuition assistance

Collaborative environment

Benefits package

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins Medicine is seeking an experienced laboratory professional to oversee the daily operation of an assigned laboratory section at the Howard County General Labs in Columbia, MD. This full-time, days position requires weekend/holiday rotations and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes workload management, scheduling, staff training, and policy development, with responsibility for equipment and laboratory information systems support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related field; eligible to sit for MT certification.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical laboratory experience, with 2+ years in specialty or related field preferred.
• Certification in Medical Technology (MT/ASCP) or equivalent per pathology requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of an assigned laboratory section.
• Manage workload, scheduling, inventory, and QA conformance.
• Assist in training of new employees and development of lab policies.
• Maintain knowledge of laboratory equipment and information systems; troubleshoot issues and prioritize tasks.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Prioritization

Team coordination

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s in Medical Technology

Tools

Laboratory information systems (LIS)

Job description

The Johns Hopkins Medicine is seeking an experienced laboratory professional to oversee the daily operation of an assigned laboratory section at the Howard County General Labs in Columbia, MD. This full-time, days position requires weekend/holiday rotations and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes workload management, scheduling, staff training, and policy development, with responsibility for equipment and laboratory information systems support.