Lead Technologist (Medical Lab), Toxicology

UVA Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 41,551 - 59,178; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Time Off

Health Saving Plans

Certification and education support

Job summary

A leading health system in Virginia is seeking a qualified laboratory technologist responsible for managing lab operations and supporting diagnostic activities. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and relevant licensure. The ideal candidate will ensure the laboratory meets quality control standards and operates efficiently. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and generous paid time off, with starting compensation set at $36.56 per hour.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree with completion of a NAACLS approved MLS/CLS program.
• Experience: 3-5 years relevant experience based on degree.
• Licensure: MT or categorical, ASCP or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and operate laboratory facilities for research and clinical purposes.
• Ensure equipment maintenance and adherence to safety protocols.
• Support laboratory testing and research activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Operational procedure knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with completion of a NAACLS approved MLS/CLS program

Bachelor’s in Biology/Chemistry or related science

Job description

Jobs in this group are typically responsible for managing and operating laboratory facilities used for research, teaching, or to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and/or prevention of disease. They ensure equipment maintenance, adhere to safety protocols, and support quality control.

These roles focus on performing a range of operational activities in support of laboratory testing, including managing lab equipment, ensuring proper safety protocols, and supporting research and experiments. Responsible for maintaining lab functionality and efficiency.

Individual contributors with responsibility in a clinical discipline or specialty. Typically involves diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients, and often include face‑to‑face interactions with patients. May also spend some time designing and implementing clinical programs, policies, and services using specialized knowledge and skills. Specialty license or certification required which is acquired through advanced education, training and/or experience. This career stream will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory technologist jobs.

Requires broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and require vocational or technical education. Works under limited supervision for routine situations. Provides assistance and/or may lead and training to lower‑level employees. Problems typically are not routine and require analysis to understand. May lead daily operation activities.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree with completion of a NAACLS approved MLS/CLS program; Bachelor’s in Biology/Chemistry or related science

Experience: Bachelor’s Degree with completion of a NAACLS approved MLS/CLS program – 3 years of relevant experience; Bachelor’s in Biology/Chemistry or related science - 5 years relevant experience

Licensure: MT or categorical, ASCP or equivalent required

Physical Demands

Job requires sitting for prolonged periods; Repetitive motion: typing. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long‑term and Short‑term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

The starting base rate for this role is $36.56 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

UVA Health is a world‑class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children’s hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.