Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist - Central Processing Area
About The Position
Central Processing Area encompasses specimen collection and receipt, specimen processing, specimen distribution, send out referral testing, and client services within the Department of Clinical Laboratories. The Central Processing Area is staffed 24 hours per day, Sunday through Saturday. The Lead Medical Technologist supports daily operations within the Central Processing Area, with focused oversight of the send-out area and Lab Customer Service functions. This role assists with operational workflows, billing-related processes, and coordination of services to support accurate, timely, and efficient patient care. The Lead Medical Technologist helps with the orientation and training of new staff within their assigned areas and may participate in the interview process for Lab Customer Service candidates. Responsibilities also include assisting with development and maintenance of learning materials, competency exams, and ongoing educational resources for staff. Administrative duties include providing training summaries, input on staff evaluations, technical procedure writing and implementation, supervision of staff, and record keeping. The Lead Medical Technologist works under the direction of the division director(s) and lab manager.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology AND Bachelor's degree in a chemical or biological science.
- 2 years of relevant experience required.
- ASCP certification required within 1 year of hire.
Responsibilities
- Supports daily operations within the Central Processing Area.
- Provides focused oversight of the send-out area and Lab Customer Service functions.
- Assists with operational workflows, billing-related processes, and coordination of services.
- Helps with the orientation and training of new staff.
- May participate in the interview process for Lab Customer Service candidates.
- Assists with development and maintenance of learning materials, competency exams, and ongoing educational resources for staff.
- Provides training summaries.
- Provides input on staff evaluations.
- Writes and implements technical procedures.
- Supervises staff.
- Maintains record keeping.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
