Medical Lab Tech Lead

Woodland Heights Medical Center; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision coverage

FSA

EAP

401(k) with employer match

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Personal Day

Family Medical Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness

Internal Promotion

Job summary

Woodland Heights Medical Center in Texas is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician Lead to support the Chemistry Laboratory under the Laboratory Supervisor. You will guide other technicians, apply clinical chemistry, immunology and special chemistry knowledge, and ensure accurate testing workflows.

Requirements include an Associate Degree in Medical Technology or related sciences and 2–4 years of clinical laboratory experience; hospital experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree Medical Technology or physical, chemical, or biological sciences required.
• 2-4 years clinical laboratory experience required.
• 2-4 years hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows all Laboratory and Hospital safety policies.
• Operates all department equipment safely and according to procedure.
• Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshoots instrument failures to best of ability alerting proper personnel of equipment problems.
• Follows all department QC procedures and troubleshoots QC failures with proper documentation.
• Maintains technical competency and seeks clarification when necessary.
• Effectively utilizes all necessary LIS functions.
• Assists Supervisor in maintaining adequate inventory of reagents and supplies necessary for testing.
• Meets performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, resource utilization and staff development.
• Accounts for all specimens on the pending log and relays courses of action to other section shifts.
• Writes/revises department procedures and protocols in conjunction with the laboratory supervisor.
• Demonstrates intuitive planning and follow-up of projects.
• Recognizes and analyzes problems effectively, informs supervisory staff/appropriate personnel of situations or problems requiring attention.
• Maintains inventory for supplies and submits purchase requests as applicable.
• Assists with Quality Control programs and evaluations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Data analysis

Quality control

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Lab safety

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate Degree Medical Technology or physical, chemical, or biological sciences

Tools

LIS

Job description

This is a Full-Time Position.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Holidays
• Personal Day
• Family Medical Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Loan Forgiveness
• Internal Promotion Opportunities

Job Summary

The Medical Laboratory Technician Lead works under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor and utilizes comprehensive practical and theoretical knowledge in Clinical Chemistry, Immunology, and Special Chemistry to support operations within the Chemistry Laboratory. Serving as a key resource for other technicians in the department, the Tech Lead provides guidance and support as needed.

Essential Functions

• Follows all Laboratory and Hospital safety policies.
• Operates all department equipment safely and according to procedure.
• Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshoots instrument failures to best of ability alerting proper personnel of equipment problems.
• Follows all department QC procedures and troubleshoots QC failures with proper documentation.
• Maintains technical competency and seeks clarification when necessary.
• Effectively utilizes all necessary LIS functions.
• Assists Supervisor in maintaining adequate inventory of reagents and supplies necessary for testing.
• Meets performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, resource utilization and staff development.
• Accounts for all specimens on the pending log and relays courses of action to other section shifts.
• Prioritizes activities to accommodate workflow fluctuations.Writes/revises department procedures and protocols in conjunction with the laboratory supervisor.
• Demonstrates intuitive planning and follow-up of projects.
• Recognizes and analyzes problems effectively, informs supervisory staff/appropriate personnel of situations or problems requiring attention.
• Maintains inventory for supplies and submits purchase requests as applicable.
• Assists with Quality Control programs and evaluations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree Medical Technology or physical, chemical, or biological sciences required
• 2-4 years clinical laboratory experience required
• 2-4 years hospital experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory and quality control procedures.
• Ability to analyze complex data with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain orderly records.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration.
• Exhibits good laboratory technique and safety practices.
• Ability to multi-task in a busy environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, fostering positive relationships within the healthcare team.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Basic knowledge of tools and equipment.

Licenses and Certifications

• MLT - Medical Technician - ASCP required or
• Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)-AMT required

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