Senior Medical Technologist - Laboratory Operations Lead

St. Elizabeth; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Williamstown, KY is seeking a Lead Medical Technologist to oversee daily laboratory operations, QC/QA activities, and instrument management.

The role emphasizes reliable test results, adherence to regulatory standards, and mentoring of staff within a busy clinical lab environment. The position requires a MLS/MT credential with a NAACLS approved program or an equivalent advanced degree/certification, plus 2+ years of lab experience in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in Biological Science with NAACLS approved Medical Technology Program or
• Baccalaureate Degree in a related field and advanced degree/certification in related field (e.g., MA in Chemistry, MA in Molecular or Microbiology)

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality control and quality assurance activities to meet standards.
• Perform and document proficiency testing as per procedures.
• Assist in instrumentation troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Ensure timely reporting of test results and management of critical values.
• Support collection of specimens according to lab policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Quality control

Quality assurance

Proficiency testing

Instrumentation maintenance

Lab safety

Education

Biological Science degree

Related science degree

Job description

St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Williamstown, KY is seeking a Lead Medical Technologist to oversee daily laboratory operations, QC/QA activities, and instrument management.

The role emphasizes reliable test results, adherence to regulatory standards, and mentoring of staff within a busy clinical lab environment. The position requires a MLS/MT credential with a NAACLS approved program or an equivalent advanced degree/certification, plus 2+ years of lab experience in a hospital setting.