Lead Medical Technologist- Blood Bank

About the Role

The Blood Bank Lead collects and prepares specimens and performs laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Verifies, records, and reports lab results in an accurate and timely manner on all tests performed. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, hospital policies, and laboratory procedures, including maintaining the cleanliness of all equipment, instruments, and work area. In addition to MLT/MT responsibilities, this position serves as a lead technologist for Blood Bank, with primary responsibility for instrument operation, maintenance, quality control, and compliance with all regulatory standards pertaining to Blood Bank.

Requirements

• Associate Degree required (Bachelor’s preferred) from an NCCLS accredited or equivalent program
• Certification: ASCP, AAB, AMT, or equivalent
• At least one year of blood banking experience

Benefits

Parkridge Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. Available plans and programs include:

• 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
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

About the Facility

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital located near downtown Chattanooga, featuring comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. These include:

• Cardiovascular surgery and cancer treatment
• Intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation
• A state-of-the-art neurosurgery program
• OB-GYN services
• A Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults