Lead Medical Technologist Hematology Days $7500 Signing Bonus

Saint Joseph Health • Lewiston, ID

96d

About The Position

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates. The Lead Medical Technologist is responsible for overseeing laboratory testing procedures, ensuring quality control, and coordinating workflow in assigned laboratory sections. This role includes performing complex diagnostic tests, training and mentoring staff, and assisting with regulatory compliance and quality assurance initiatives. The Lead Medical Technologist serves as a key resource in problem-solving, troubleshooting, and ensuring laboratory efficiency while maintaining compliance with established protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related field required
• Completion of a NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Science program preferred
• Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Association of Bio analysts (AAB), or American Medical Technologists (AMT) required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical laboratory experience in a hospital or diagnostic laboratory setting required
• Experience in high complexity testing, quality control, and leadership responsibilities preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily laboratory operations, ensuring workflow efficiency and adherence to testing protocols
• Perform complex laboratory tests in areas such as chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and blood banking
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment, instrument calibration, and maintenance to ensure optimal performance
• Monitor quality control measures, review results for accuracy, and initiate corrective actions as needed
• Provide technical guidance and training to laboratory staff, including Medical Lab Technologists and Technicians
• Assist in developing and implementing new testing procedures and protocols
• Conduct competency assessments for laboratory staff and ensure documentation is complete and up-to-date
• Coordinate laboratory inventory management, including ordering reagents and supplies
• Review laboratory data for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance prior to reporting results
• Participate in proficiency testing, continuing education, and performance improvement initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree