Medical Technologist II - Lead

Fisher-Titus Medical Center • Norwalk, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures. Provide day-to-day leadership for a laboratory section: Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank/Transfusion Services, Microbiology, Molecular, Coagulation, Urinalysis Point-of-Care and Histology to ensure accurate, timely testing; regulatory compliance; staff competency; and safe, efficient operation - while serving as a working bench technologist.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in a relevant science required
• MT/MLS (ASCP) or equivalent registration, or MT/MLS eligible under Medicare laboratory regulations
• MLT(ASCP) or equivalent registration or MLT eligible under Medical Laboratory regulations

Nice To Haves

• Baccalaureate degree in a relevant science preferred
• 2-3 years minimum clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or oversee pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes to meet turnaround time (TAT) expectations in the section.
• Troubleshoot routine instrument/test issues; escalate complex issues to the laboratory manager/technical director/ medical director/vendor as needed.
• Ensure appropriate use of reflex testing, delta checks, critical values, and result verification per policy.
• Manage specimen integrity issues (collection, labeling, transport, acceptability) and partner with nursing/ambulatory offices/phlebotomist to prevent repeats.
• Support continuity planning for after-hours/weekends, low-volume periods, downtime, and limited on-site resources.
• Maintain compliance with applicable standards and policies (e.g., CLIA, CAP, state requirements, AABB for transfusion services as applicable).
• Oversee daily quality control (QC) review, Westgard rule application where used, corrective actions, and documentation.
• Investigate, document, and trend nonconformances (QC failures, specimen rejections, amended reports, critical value call issues) in conjunction with the laboratory manager/technical director/ medical director, and implement corrective/preventive actions as needed.
• Coordinate method verification/validation, reference range verification, correlation studies, calibration/maintenance review, and instrument-to-instrument comparisons.
• Maintain section-specific procedures: create/revise, review, and utilize controlled document practices.
• Prepare for and participate in inspections/audits; conduct section self-audits and ensure timely follow-up on findings.
• Serve as a resource and mentor; provide real-time coaching on procedures, troubleshooting, and best practices.
• Assist with onboarding and training plans for new staff, travelers, and cross-trained generalists; ensure complete training and competency records.
• Coordinate and/or perform competency assessments at required intervals (initial, 6-month, annual) including CAP’s 6 points of competency for all non-waived testing.
• Promote continuing education in section specific department, maintain awareness of scope-of-practice and identify training gaps.
• Support staffing decisions by communicating workload, skill mix needs, and cross-coverage requirements to the lab manager/director.
• Model professionalism and service excellence; help resolve workflow conflicts and reinforce respectful communication.
• Ensure adherence to universal precautions, PPE, bloodborne pathogens standards, and section-specific biosafety practices.
• Maintain awareness of exposure control plans, spill response, waste disposal, eyewash/shower checks, and required safety training.
• Oversee chemical hygiene in the section (SDS access, labeling, storage/segregation, expiration, and hazardous waste handling).
• Promptly report and assist with investigation of incidents/near misses (needlesticks, misidentification, transfusion reactions reporting pathway, instrument safety events) and implement mitigations.
• Participate in risk assessments for new tests/instruments and workflow changes; ensure controls are in place before go-live.
• Ensure required preventive maintenance, calibration, function checks, and temperature logs are completed, reviewed, and documented.
• Coordinate service calls and vendor visits; document downtime, corrective actions, and any impact to patient testing.
• Manage reagent and supply inventory: par levels, ordering, receiving checks, lot-to-lot verification where required, and expiration control.
• Support cost-effective operations by reducing waste and standardizing supplies where possible.
• Maintain readiness for emergencies: critical reagents, blood product storage/monitoring as applicable, and downtime supplies.
• Communicate clearly with nursing/providers regarding specimen requirements, test limitations, interferences, and other laboratory topics/issues in a professional manner.
• Collaborate with ER, OR, offices, and phlebotomy/specimen collection teams to optimize collection, transport, and prioritization.
• Support transfusion communication pathways as applicable (product availability, antibody workups, emergency release, reaction workup coordination).
• Monitor section key metrics (e.g., TAT, specimen rejection rates, QC failure rates) and share trends with leadership.
• Identify and lead small-cycle improvements suited to rural settings (standard work, cross-training, batching rules, downtime workflows, etc.).
• Participate in quality meetings and assist with policy updates, workflow redesign, and corrective action follow-up.
• Support readiness for staffing surges (flu season, outbreaks) and changes in test volumes with practical mitigation plans as directed by Laboratory leadership.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and respond to urgent clinical needs.
• Visual acuity to read labels, interpret screens, and differentiate colors on tests where applicable.
• Prioritize tasks, manage interruptions, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines. while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
• Communicate clearly in person, by phone, and electronically; escalate urgent issues (e.g., mislabeled specimens, STAT delays, safety events) promptly.

Benefits

• $5,000 Sign-on Bonus Offered!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more!
• Shift, Weekend & PRN differential

What This Job Offers

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