Lead Medical Technologist 1st shift
Labcorp
Summary
LabCorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Support Services Team Leader to join our team at Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital - Ozaukee Campus in Mequon, WI.
Job description
Work Schedule
1st shift; Weekdays 8:30am - 5:00pm with rotating weekends and holiday rotation
Job Responsibilities
- Assist in the supervision of the day to day operations of the core laboratory and blood bank clinical laboratory departments
- Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures
- Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
- Help lead the team in their daily processes and procedures
- Assist with preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing
- Oversee routing of specimens to their respective prep areas
- Encourage process improvements and best practices
- Perform quality assurance checks to ensure efficiency and accuracy
- Resolve any production errors as requested by management
- Research and resolve any production errors while escalating when necessary
- Engage in continuous process and service level improvements
- Responsible for enforcing and managing policies and procedures
- Perform administrative duties as needed
Minimum Qualifications
- Associates degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
- 4 or more years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) OR 2 or more years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLS)
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
- 2 years or more of experience as a generalist
- 2 years or more of experience in blood bank
- 1 year or more of experience supervising or leading a team
- ASCP or AMT certification
Additional Job Standards
- In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirement
- Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations
- Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
- Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
- Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- High level of attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make decisions in a fast paced environment
- Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
- Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
Requirements
- Associates degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
- 4 or more years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) OR 2 or more years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLS)
- Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations
- Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
- Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
- Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- High level of attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make decisions in a fast paced environment
- Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
- Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance
- STD/LTD
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Company overview
Labcorp (Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, providing comprehensive clinical laboratory services and end-to-end drug development solutions. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Burlington, North Carolina, the company operates one of the world's largest clinical laboratory networks, serving patients, physicians, hospitals, and pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Labcorp's services encompass a wide range of diagnostic testing, including routine and esoteric tests, as well as clinical trial management, central laboratory services, and biomarker development. The company plays a critical role in healthcare by delivering vital information that enables better medical decisions, supports drug development, and improves patient outcomes. With a strong focus on innovation and technology, Labcorp continues to advance precision medicine and transform healthcare through data-driven insights.