Lead Medical Technologist

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

• Responsible for accurate performance of all procedures, coordinating scheduling, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Coordinates CAP survey performance and reporting.
• Observes functions of the section and makes suggestions on ways to better streamline operations.
• Oversees the administration of proficiency testing.
• Assists in the reviewing of policies and procedures, advising on new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Reviews daily reports, including certain specimen reportsmakes changes if needed and reviews with supervisor.
• Assumes responsibility for training all new staff in all necessary areas of the section.
• Monitors and maintains competency of all staff throughout the section on an annual basis.
• Contributes to ongoing compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies for the section (including but not limited to AABB, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA, DPH, NCCLS, and CLIA).
• Accountable for productivity in the assigned Laboratory.
• Performs all duties of a medical technologist as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Associate’sdegree in medical technology or related science and3-5 years’full time experience as Clinical Laboratory Technologist, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related science, attainment of degree within 6 months of start date.
• 6 years in an accredited blood center or transfusion service.

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• ASCP certification or equivalent

• Knowledge of complex laboratory procedures.
• Possesses communication skills sufficient to clearly, completely and accurately verbally relay laboratory data.
• Knowledge of known risk and biohazards in the lab environment.