Med Tech Lead

About the Role

The Medical Technologist Lead performs all essential functions of a Medical Technologist while also taking on leadership, mentorship, and project responsibilities within the laboratory.

Qualifications

• Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologist (AMT) required.
• Bachelor’s degree required; emphasis in medical technology or related science preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Medical Technologist or equivalent.
• Job titles: Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS).

Responsibilities

• Performs complex testing and resolves testing discrepancies independently.
• Accepts and completes special projects delegated by the supervisor within expected timelines.
• Serves as a customer service liaison, resolving problems and fielding calls from nursing units and physicians.
• Directs unresolved issues to a pathologist when necessary.
• Functions as a trainer, coach, and consultant to Certified Laboratory Assistants (CLAs) and new Certified Laboratory Scientists.
• Correlates and interprets lab data based on knowledge of physiological conditions affecting test results.
• Performs complex and specialized lab analysis requiring advanced skills and independent judgment.
• Conducts complex instrument troubleshooting and consults technical support as needed.
• Delegates tasks to appropriate personnel and ensures follow-through.
• Serves as a laboratory resource person for questions and problems.
• Interprets and consults with allied health care professionals on clinical data.
• Communicates laboratory status to the clinical coordinator during crucial situations or downtimes.
• Leads and delegates tasks during disasters or disaster drills.
• Oversees laboratory operations, ensuring adequate staffing and workload completion.
• Fosters teamwork and resolves scheduling conflicts or staffing shortages.
• Acts as a positive role model and supports laboratory decisions.
• Establishes department schedules for supervisor review.
• Attends RHM meetings as assigned by the department supervisor.
• Assists with direct observation for colleague competencies.
• Performs coagulation calibrations and lot-to-lot change validations.
• Implements new products, equipment, or procedures.
• Evaluates and recommends updates to policies and procedures using current research and literature.
• Reviews and maintains regulatory guidelines under the direction of the department supervisor.
• Assumes responsibility of laboratory supervisors in their absence.
• May lead shift huddles.

Benefits

Colleagues of Saint Alphonsus Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunities for growth throughout SAHS and Trinity Health.