Medical Technologist, Lead

Job Overview

Supervises one or more sections of the clinical laboratory; prepares weekend and holiday schedules and other necessary scheduling of personnel as needed; monitors quality control and preventive maintenance records in the various sections of the laboratory; updates and maintains Procedure Manuals as needed; assists in budget preparation and capital equipment evaluation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, clinical laboratory science or similar degree in chemistry or biology with required semester hours and one year of training in a clinical laboratory as per CLIA and NJ DOH regulations.
• 2 Year’s Supervisory experience
• American Society for Clinical Pathology Certification (ASCP) or equivalent certification.

Scheduling Requirements

• Full Time
• Evening
• Must be able to cover every other weekend and Holidays as needed.

Essential Functions

• Oversees and coordinates technical functions and activities in the Core Laboratory including, but not limited to maintenance, QC review, specimen and instrument troubleshooting,
• Prepares quality control and quality assurance data,
• Checks critical reports and assures compliance with critical results policy,
• Checks inventories for the various chemicals and controls and informs the Quest personnel to order what is needed,
• Maintains good relations within or outside the laboratory, that is, medical staff, nursing staff, and other ancillary services,
• Consults with Pathologist when necessary
• Performs other related duties when required,
• Acquires knowledge of all instrumentation operation, maintenance instruction and quality control performance and acceptable ranges,
• Educates and orients staff and new employees to instrumentation and work flow,

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retail Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Pay Range

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.