Lead Medical Technologist - Core Lab Generalist, 40hr, Eve

UMass Memorial Health•Worcester, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position coordinates the work of others in a medical laboratory section, working with considerable independence to perform and interpret various chemical, microscopic, and/or bacteriologic tests to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The Lead Medical Technologist is an expert in the use of all equipment and procedures for an assigned area. At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver, and this role plays an important part in the relentless pursuit of healing for patients, the community, and each other.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or successful completion of an accredited four-year school of Medical Technology.
Five years of related experience with demonstrated leadership skills.
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
Lead Medical Technologist supporting the Core Lab: Hematology, Chemistry, Coagulation, Urinalysis and Central Processing.

Nice To Haves

ASCP certification as an MT is preferred.

Responsibilities

Interviews prospective candidates for positions in the laboratory and makes recommendations to the Manager.
Evaluates new hires' performance and conducts performance reviews on assigned employees.
Schedules employees for various lab benches and shifts.
Reviews all work performed in the area to ensure completeness and quality, taking corrective action as necessary.
Discusses performance issues with employees and recommends disciplinary action to the Manager.
Follows established protocols to perform all kinds of tests, including the most complex for an assigned area.
Provides guidance and consultation to Medical Technologist I's and Medical Lab Technicians in the interpretation of highly complex or unusual test results.
Interprets and correlates clinical test results with patient history, diagnosis, and clinical condition to explain test results (normal/abnormal) so that appropriate action can be taken.
Troubleshoots testing process discrepancies.
Develops new test and quality procedures for the assigned area.
Ensures that test results meet the requirements of the laboratory quality control program.
Ensures preventative maintenance for equipment in the assigned area.
Performs complex troubleshooting, repair, and modification of a wide range of complex equipment and instrumentation.
May assist in the roll-out of new equipment and equipment modifications.
Instructs technicians and technologists in the set-up and operation of new equipment and procedures.
Ensures compliance with all laboratory quality and safety policies.
Instructs students in clinical laboratory operations and procedures.
Maintains accurate records of tests performed, using computer-based systems.