Senior Medical Technologist – Lab Operations Lead

MyMichigan Health; Standish (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MyMichigan Health in Standish, MI is seeking a Technical Specialist to guide and educate staff, ensure compliance with procedures, and optimize workflow across core laboratory functions. This role provides input on procedures, monitors staff performance, and helps drive efficient operations.

The candidate will lead cytology, histology, and high-complexity testing activities, participate in training, and support SOP updates.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience directing a team; strong communication and training skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in MLS/MT or related health field with national certification.
• Active national certification required within 12 months of hire/transfer; ASCP/AMT/AAB considered.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Laboratory Technical Specialist: analyzes and processes specimens; manages workload to meet turnaround goals.
• Cytology Technical Specialist: screens and signs out reports; assists with FNA biopsies; maintains productivity ~90th percentile.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in MLS/MT or related health field

National certification (ASCP/AMT/AAB)

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

MyMichigan Health in Standish, MI is seeking a Technical Specialist to guide and educate staff, ensure compliance with procedures, and optimize workflow across core laboratory functions. This role provides input on procedures, monitors staff performance, and helps drive efficient operations.

The candidate will lead cytology, histology, and high-complexity testing activities, participate in training, and support SOP updates.