Night-Shift Lead Medical Technologist

Phoenix Children's; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's Core Laboratory is seeking an experienced Lead Medical Technologist to oversee off-hour operations and serve as the primary point of contact for technical issues during nights. You will provide technical leadership, mentor laboratory staff, and ensure accurate patient results across chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, and coagulation.

The ideal candidate has leadership experience, MLS certification, and a strong background in quality control and instrument troubleshooting, with

Qualifications

• Leadership role with independent decision making during off-hours.
• Mentor and train laboratory staff for performance and compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in chemistry quality control review and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and provide technical guidance to staff.
• Oversee policies, procedures, and adherence to regulatory guidelines.
• Manage staff development and training activities.
• Ensure budgets and resource needs are met for shifts.
• Maintain professional competency through ongoing learning and literature review.
• Plan and execute standard, complex, and specialized testing.
• Troubleshoot instrument malfunctions and ensure proper operation.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Job description

Phoenix Children's Core Laboratory is seeking an experienced Lead Medical Technologist to oversee off-hour operations and serve as the primary point of contact for technical issues during nights. You will provide technical leadership, mentor laboratory staff, and ensure accurate patient results across chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, and coagulation.

The ideal candidate has leadership experience, MLS certification, and a strong background in quality control and instrument troubleshooting, with