Lead Medical Technologist 1st shift

Labcorp•Mequon, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Support Services Team Leader at Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital - Ozaukee Campus in Mequon, Wisconsin. The role assists with day-to-day operations of the core laboratory and blood bank clinical laboratory departments. The position performs routine and complex technical laboratory procedures, supports team processes, helps ensure accurate specimen handling and testing, monitors equipment, and promotes quality and process improvements. It also includes administrative duties and responsibility for enforcing and managing policies and procedures. The role is scheduled for first shift on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays. It is suited to a detail-oriented, process-focused person who enjoys leading others and working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Requirements

Associate degree in a chemical or biological science, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology, or qualifying non-traditional education with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards.
At least 4 years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), or at least 2 years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLS).
Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP, and relevant state regulations.
Understanding of laboratory operations, policies, and procedures.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
High attention to detail and strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Strong critical-thinking skills and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology.
At least 2 years of experience as a generalist.
At least 2 years of experience in blood bank.
At least 1 year of experience supervising or leading a team.
ASCP or AMT certification.

Responsibilities

Assist in supervising day-to-day operations of the core laboratory and blood bank clinical laboratory departments.
Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
Help lead the team in its daily processes and procedures.
Assist with preparing laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
Oversee routing of specimens to their respective preparation areas.
Encourage process improvements and best practices.
Perform quality assurance checks to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
Resolve production errors as requested by management; research errors and escalate when necessary.
Engage in continuous process and service-level improvements.
Enforce and manage policies and procedures.
Perform administrative duties as needed.