Job Description

The Lead Technologist performs functional duties in the pre analytic, analytic, and post analytic phases of the laboratory path of workflow. This role is responsible for oversight of day to day operational functions for the assigned shift, including supervision, quality control compliance, and troubleshooting. The Lead Technologist assists the supervisor with monitoring test results, staff training, and competency assessments. This position complies with CLIA standards listed under 42CFR493.1463 for high complexity general supervisors.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Be accessible to testing personnel to provide on site, telephone, or electronic consultation to resolve technical problems in accordance with policies and procedures established by the Department Medical Technical Directors or provide alternative backup such as the Medical Director, department supervisor, or shift supervisor
2. Provide day to day supervision of high complexity test performance by testing personnel
3. Monitor test analyses and specimen examinations to ensure acceptable levels of analytic performance are maintained
4. As delegated by the Medical Technical Director or Department Supervisor, ensure that all remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from established performance specifications
5. As delegated by the Medical Technical Director or Department Supervisor, ensure that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is functioning properly
6. As delegated by the Medical Technical Director or Department Supervisor, identify and provide orientation and training to all testing personnel and students
7. As delegated by the Medical Technical Director or Department Supervisor, evaluate and document the performance of all individuals responsible for moderate complexity testing

Minimum Qualifications

Education
Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of a Medical Technology program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation CAHEA or equivalent training, education, and experience in the military.

Experience
Minimum of three years of experience in a clinical laboratory required

Licensure and Certification
ASCP certification or equivalent nationally recognized MT or MLS ASCP or equivalent categorical certification required
Must meet CLIA qualification standards for high complexity testing personnel listed in 42CFR493.1489

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working knowledge of general laboratory equipment including centrifuges, microscopes, keyboards, LIS, calculators, fax machines, and automated analyzers
Basic computer skills required

Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.