Lead Laboratory Technician

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Core Lab Lead Technologist at Parkridge Medical Center collects and prepares specimens and performs laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. They verify, record, and report lab results accurately and promptly on all performed tests. They ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, hospital policies, and laboratory procedures, including maintaining the cleanliness of all equipment, instruments, and work area.

What You Will Do in This Role

• Serve as Lead Tech for the appropriate lab section
• Have primary responsibility for instrument operation and maintenance, quality control, and compliance with all regulatory standards
• Handle specimen processing, pre-analytic inspection of specimens for identification and integrity
• Perform various types of laboratory tests on patient specimens, evaluate test results, and report/enter/verify test results in Laboratory Information System
• Evaluate new and/or modified procedures, reagents, and instruments as directed by Section Coordinator
• Troubleshoot all instruments as directed by Section Coordinator
• Communicate laboratory test knowledge and test results in a professional and appropriate manner

Qualifications

• Average of 5 years clinical experience required
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree; Graduate from a NCCLS accredited Medical Technologist program

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing

About Parkridge Medical Center

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital located near downtown Chattanooga. It features comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services, including cardiovascular surgery and cancer treatment. Services include intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. The facility includes a state-of-the-art neurosurgery program and offers OB-GYN services. Patients have access to a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults. Parkridge Medical Center is part of HCA Healthcare, a family of 270,000 dedicated professionals. We are committed to supporting the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues through a total rewards package that includes a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), employee stock purchase plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.