Clinical Laboratory Scientist Lead

About the role

This leadership position within the laboratory combines hands-on work in general chemistry and hematology with supervisory responsibilities. The role supports work-life balance through a consistent weekday schedule (Monday through Friday) with flexible start times of 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, or 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Rotating weekend and holiday call responsibilities occur every fifth or sixth weekend.

Responsibilities

• Performs a full range of laboratory tests from simple blood tests to more complex tests.
• Interprets test reports and communicates findings to physicians.
• Escalates unusual, critical, or abnormal results.
• Operates complex electronic equipment, computers, and precision instruments.
• Maintains accuracy of equipment and reagents by performing established preventive maintenance procedures.
• Assists providers in choosing appropriate lab tests.
• Performs and evaluates quality control procedures.
• Operates, maintains, calibrates, and troubleshoots instruments.
• Assists with the proper storage of hazardous materials.
• Reviews current literature and attends meetings and seminars to keep informed of new developments in the field.
• Assists in the proficiency testing program in the lab.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent years of experience and education.
• Two years of experience in a laboratory setting, specifically in general chemistry and hematology.
• ASCP certification as a Clinical Lab Scientist or equivalent certification (see Qualifications for full list).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Sound critical thinking abilities.
• Collaborative approach to supporting both the lab team and patient care.

Qualifications

Required professional license and/or certifications (one of the following):

• Blood Bank Technologist (BB) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Chemistry Technologist (C) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Clinical Chemist – California Department of Public Health
• Clinical Chemist Scientist – California Department of Public Health
• Clinical Hematologist Scientist – California Department of Public Health
• Clinical Laboratory Personnel – Florida Department of Health
• Clinical Laboratory Practitioners – West Virginia Department of Health
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist) – California Department of Public Health
• Clinical Laboratory Specialist – ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice
• Clinical Laboratory Specialist – State of Hawaii Department of Health
• Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Clinical Laboratory Technician – New York State Education Department
• Clinical Microbiologist – California Department of Public Health
• Clinical Microbiologist Scientist – California Department of Public Health
• CLS – Clinical Laboratory Scientist License – Montana Department of Labor & Industry
• CLS – Clinical Laboratory Scientist – New York State Education Department
• CLS – Clinical Laboratory Specialist License – Montana Department of Labor & Industry
• CLS – Clinical Laboratory Technician License – Montana Department of Labor & Industry
• CLS – Generalist – Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
• CLS – Specialist – Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
• CLS – Technician – Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
• Cytogenetics Technologist (CG) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Hematology Technologist (H) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Laboratory Personnel – TN Department of Health
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)/Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) – ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) – American Association for Bioanalysts (AAB)
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) – American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Medical Laboratory Technician – California Department of Public Health
• Medical Laboratory Technician – State of Hawaii, Department of Health
• Medical Lab Personnel – Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH)
• Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) – American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Medical Technologist (MT)/Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) – ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice
• Medical Technologist (MT) – American Association for Bioanalysts (AAB)
• Medical Technologist (MT) – American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Medical Technologist (MT) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Medical Technologist – State of Hawaii, Department of Health
• Microbiology Technologist (M) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Molecular Biology Technologist (MB) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Specialist in Chemistry (SC) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Specialist in Cytology (SCT) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Specialist in Cytometry (SCYM) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Specialist in Microbiology (SM) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, and gripping.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Rare climbing.

Schedule

• Consistent weekday schedule: Monday through Friday.
• Flexible start times: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, or 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
• Rotating weekend and holiday call responsibilities every fifth or sixth weekend.
• Scheduled weekly hours: 40.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave: One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: Voluntary benefit through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay before payday (fees may apply).
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.