Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead

Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead

The Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead analyzes human samples, such as blood, tissue, and body fluids, to determine chemical content, cell count, drug levels, blood type, and the presence of microorganisms. This role is responsible for utilizing automated equipment and specialized instrumentation to prepare samples and perform multiple complex tests that provide valuable information on diseases. This role also guides less experienced team members through training, onboarding, and answering questions.

Ensures accurate and timely analysis of specimens using various laboratory techniques to ensure positive specimen identification while maintaining proper documentation. Performs testing of laboratory specimens (pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical) according to established laboratory policies and procedures. Collaborates with laboratory management to develop and update standard operating procedures to ensure adherence to best practices and continuous improvement in specimen processing. Monitors and troubleshoots equipment and testing processes, promptly addressing technical issues to minimize downtime and maintain reliable laboratory operations. Supports the training and onboarding of new technologists to facilitate their integration into the team and ensuring consistent competency evaluations to uphold high standards of performance. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science. Experience: Four years of laboratory experience in a high complexity laboratory in designated specialty or subspecialty. Licensure/Certification/Registry/Listing: Must have Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Specialist in Blood Bank (SBB) or Technologist in Blood Banking (BB) or Technologist in Chemistry (C) or Technologist in Hematology (H) or Technologist in Microbiology (M) or Specialist in Microbiology (SM) by ASCP or AMT (American Medical Technologists).