Medical Technologist Lead

Texas Nursing Services • West Bradenton, FL

9d • $33 - $49 • Onsite

About The Position

An acute care hospital in the Bradenton area is seeking an experienced Medical Technologist Lead to support laboratory operations across multiple technical disciplines. This leadership-level role combines advanced bench work with shift-level oversight and serves as a key clinical resource during evening and night operations, including trauma support. This opportunity is ideal for senior Medical Technologists looking to step into a lead role while remaining hands-on in a fast-paced hospital laboratory environment.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in a science-related field.
• Active Florida Medical Technologist license.
• Minimum 3–5 years of hospital-based medical laboratory experience.
• Experience working across Blood Bank/Immunohematology, Chemistry, and Hematology.
• Demonstrated ability to function independently during off-shifts.
• Strong critical-thinking, leadership, and decision-making skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related field.
• Experience routinely scheduled in five or more laboratory areas.
• Prior lead, senior, or shift-supervisor experience in a hospital lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform stat and routine clinical laboratory testing in licensed technical disciplines.
• Apply advanced laboratory medicine principles and independent judgment to ensure accurate, timely results.
• Maintain active licensure, competency, and regulatory scheduling in Blood Bank, Chemistry, and Hematology.
• Serve as the primary laboratory point of contact for the facility trauma team during assigned shifts.
• Support evening and night shift laboratory operations with limited on-site supervision.
• Perform non-technical duties including specimen collection, processing, and referral testing as required.
• Ensure compliance with departmental procedures, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support department goals related to quality, service excellence, patient safety, and staff collaboration.
• Assist with coordination of intra- and inter-departmental laboratory activities as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and scope of responsibility.
• Full-time, stable scheduling with leadership responsibilities.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Paid time off and holiday benefits.
• Continuing education and professional growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees