Lead Medical Lab Technician

Lifepoint Health • Athens, TN

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Starr Regional Medical Center is seeking a Medical Lab Technician Lead to join their team. This role is part of Lifepoint Health, a healthcare delivery network. The Lead Medical Lab Technician will perform procedures in assigned sections for patients of all age groups, assuming responsibility for accurate test results through proper equipment use and maintenance. They will also assist the manager/supervisor with correlation, validation, verification, troubleshooting, section development, documentation, and record-keeping. Maintaining adequate supplies and ensuring a safe, aseptic, and organized work area are also key responsibilities.

Requirements

• Current Tennessee MLT (ASCP) certification or AMT license.
• Associate’s degree required.
• Basic Life Support certification is required within 60 days of hire.
• Minimum Work Experience: 5 years in clinical specialty.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• 1 year previous Lead Tech or management experience (Preferred)
• 10 years in clinical specialty (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs procedures in assigned sections for patients of all age groups.
• Assumes responsibility for accurate test results based on independent judgment, proper use, and maintenance of equipment.
• Assists manager/supervisor with correlation, validation, verification, and troubleshooting.
• Assists manager/supervisor with section development, documents, and records.
• Maintains adequate stock of supplies.
• Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree