AZ - Lead MLS for Blood Bank

Tuba City Regional • Tuba City, AZ

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About The Position

The Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist oversees assigned laboratory sections, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining the quality of patient care. Laboratory services include chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, phlebotomy, blood bank, microbiology, and clinical microscopy. The role initially performs bench technologist functions before assuming lead duties for assigned sections. The facility operates 24 hours a day; the posting notes that daily, evening, or night shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime may be required.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience required, as stated in the experience requirements.
• Minimum of three years of experience as a generalist in each specialty of clinical, high-complexity testing.
• Bachelor's degree in laboratory science, biological, chemical or physical science, healthcare, or a related healthcare management field.
• Current, unexpired Medical Laboratory Science, Technologist, or Specialist certification from a nationally recognized certification agency is required.
• Laboratory certification such as ASCP or AMT.
• Holiday coverage is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise specimen processing, test performance, and reporting of test results.
• Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Initially perform bench technologist functions before assuming lead duties for assigned sections.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior