Lead Technologist - Hematology - Full time

Meritus Medical Center; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Shift differential

Job summary

Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a Lead Technologist - Hematology for a full-time, on-site role. The position requires a Bachelor's degree and CAHEA-accredited MT program, with ASCP certification preferred, and at least three years in a clinical laboratory.

You will oversee day-to-day operations on the shift, monitor test performance, provide training, ensure CLIA high-complexity compliance, and collaborate with supervisors and staff to maintain quality results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of a Medical Technology program accredited by CAHEA or equivalent training.
• Minimum of three years of experience in a clinical laboratory.
• ASCP certification or equivalent nationally recognized MT or MLS ASCP or equivalent categorical certification.
• Must meet CLIA qualification standards for high complexity testing personnel listed in 42CFR493.1489.
• Working knowledge of general laboratory equipment including centrifuges, microscopes, keyboards, LIS, calculators, fax machines, and automated analyzers.

Responsibilities

• Be accessible to testing personnel to provide on site, telephone, or electronic consultation to resolve technical problems in accordance with policies and procedures established by the Department Medical Technical Directors or provide alternative backup such as the Medical Director, department supervisor, or shift supervisor.
• Provide day to day supervision of high complexity test performance by testing personnel.
• Monitor test analyses and specimen examinations to ensure acceptable levels of analytic performance are maintained.
• As delegated by the Medical Technical Director or Department Supervisor, ensure that all remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
• As delegated by the Medical Technical Director or Department Supervisor, ensure that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is functioning properly.
• As delegated by the Medical Technical Director or Department Supervisor, identify and provide orientation and training to all testing personnel and students.
• As delegated by the Medical Technical Director or Department Supervisor, evaluate and document the performance of all individuals responsible for moderate complexity testing.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Laboratory equipment knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree + CAHEA-aligned MT program

Tools

LIS

Centrifuges

Microscopes

Automated analyzers

Job description

Lead Technologist - Hematology - Full time

Job Category: Laboratory Services

Requisition Number: LEADT015601

• Full-Time
• Hourly Range : $30.24 USD to $45.38 USD

Locations

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Meritus Medical Laboratory
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

• Pay or shift range: $30.24 USD to $45.38 USD
  The posted range is the budgeted amount for this position. The actual rate of pay will be determined based on several factors, including your relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and alignment with Meritus Health’s compensation practices.

Description

Lead Technologist - Chemistry - Full time
6:00am-2:30pm
Weekends, rotating weekends and holidays

Summary
The Lead Technologist performs functional duties in the pre analytic, analytic, and post analytic phases of the laboratory path of workflow. This role is responsible for oversight of day-to-day operational functions for the assigned shift, including supervision, quality control compliance, and troubleshooting. The Lead Technologist assists the supervisor with monitoring test results, staff training, and competency assessments. This position complies with CLIA standards listed under 42CFR493.1463 for high complexity general supervisors.

• Be accessible to testing personnel to provide on site, telephone, or electronic consultation to resolve technical problems in accordance with policies and procedures established by the Department Medical Technical Directors or provide alternative backup such as the Medical Director, department supervisor, or shift supervisor
• Provide day to day supervision of high complexity test performance by testing personnel
• Monitor test analyses and specimen examinations to ensure acceptable levels of analytic performance are maintained
• As delegated by the Medical Technical Director or Department Supervisor, ensure that all remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from established performance specifications
• As delegated by the Medical Technical Director or Department Supervisor, ensure that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is functioning properly
• As delegated by the Medical Technical Director or Department Supervisor, identify and provide orientation and training to all testing personnel and students
• As delegated by the Medical Technical Director or Department Supervisor, evaluate and document the performance of all individuals responsible for moderate complexity testing

Minimum Qualifications

Education
Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of a Medical Technology program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation CAHEA or equivalent training, education, and experience in the military.

Experience
Minimum of three years of experience in a clinical laboratory required

Licensure and Certification
ASCP certification or equivalent nationally recognized MT or MLS ASCP or equivalent categorical certification required
Must meet CLIA qualification standards for high complexity testing personnel listed in 42CFR493.1489

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working knowledge of general laboratory equipment including centrifuges, microscopes, keyboards, LIS, calculators, fax machines, and automated analyzers
Basic computer skills required

Caring for Our Team We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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