Med Lab Scientist Lead

Trinity Health; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Alphonsus Health System in Nampa, Idaho, seeks a MED LAB SCIENTIST LEAD to supervise and perform advanced testing at the hospital's laboratory.

Requirements include MT/MLS/CLS or equivalent, ASCP or AMT certification, a Bachelor’s in medical technology, and at least four years of MT experience. The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and collaboration with pathologists, nurses, and physicians.

Qualifications

• ASCP or AMT certification is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Medical Technologist or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex testing and resolves testing discrepancies independently.
• Serves as trainer and mentor to CLAs and new Certified Laboratory Scientists.
• Directs unresolved issues to a pathologist.
• Functions as a coach and consultant to less experienced employees.
• Communicates laboratory status in critical or downtimes to the clinical coordinator.

Skills

ASCP/AMT certification

Bachelor's degree

4+ years MT experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related science

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: MED LAB SCIENTIST LEAD NAMPA MEDICAL CENTER The essential functions described below are specific to the Medical Technologist Lead. It is expected that the Technologist also meets all essential functions related to the primary job description.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or equivalent.
• Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologist (AMT) required.
• Bachelor’s degree required, emphasis in medical technology or related science preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Medical Technologist or equivalent required.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
• Performs complex testing and resolves testing discrepancies independently.
• Accepts special projects delegated by the supervisor.
• Completes projects in the timeline expected.
• Serves as a customer service liaison.
• Demonstrates knowledge needed to resolve problems.
• Fields phone calls from nursing units and physicians needing supervisory attention.
• Works professionally to resolve any questions or concerns brought to your attention.
• Directs any unresolved issues to a pathologist.
• Functions as a trainer and supporter to CLAs and new Certified Laboratory Scientists.
• Serves as a coach and a consultant to less experienced employees.
• Correlates and interprets lab data based on knowledge of physiological conditions affecting testing results.
• Performs complex and specialized lab analysis requiring advanced skills, technical expertise, and a broad use of independent judgment.
• Performs complex instrument troubleshooting.
• Consults with instrument technical support if necessary.
• Delegates tasks to the appropriate personnel and follows through to see that they are accomplished.
• Functions in the role of a mentor and lead tech.
• Serves as the laboratory resource person for questions and problems.
• In crucial situations or downtimes, communicates laboratory status to the clinical coordinator.
• Is knowledgeable and prepared to take on duties during a disaster or disaster drill.
• Takes charge and delegates tasks as necessary.
• Is aware of the laboratory as a whole and direct staff in completing workload.
• Develops trust and teamwork with others, both inside and outside the laboratory.
• Fosters an atmosphere of teamwork among staff.
• Is encouraging and easy to approach.
• When scheduling conflicts and/or personnel call in sick, works to find coverage and/or shift changes to provide adequate staffing.
• Informs shifts/techs of schedule changes/staffing shortages.
• Acts as a positive role model in the lab.
• Actively supports lab decisions and encourages others.
• Establish department schedule for review by supervisor.
• Attend RHM meetings as assigned by the department supervisor.
• Assist with direct observation for colleague competencies as assigned by department supervisor.
• Performs coagulation calibrations and lot to lot change validations.
• Implements new products, equipment, or procedures.
• Utilizes current research and literature to evaluate and make recommendation to management for updating policies and procedures.
• Reviews and maintains appropriate regulatory guidelines under the direction of the department supervisor.
• Assumes responsibility of laboratory supervisors in their absMEDence.

Colleagues of Saint Alphonsus Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout SAHS and Trinity Health. Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Saint Alphonsus Health System.

Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are committed to promoting diversity in its workforce and to providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

We are committed to recruit and retain a diverse staff reflective of the communities we serve.

Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.