Lead Medical Technologist

Schedule: Full-Time | Primary daylight from 6 AM to 2 PM but off shifts are a possibility + no travel, no on-call, & occasionally some weekends & potentially holidays. 
 

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus!
 

Your experience matters

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Lead Medical Technologist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Our laboratory plays a crucial role in patient care by providing accurate and timely diagnostic testing and analyses. We're a team of dedicated professionals who are essential partners in detecting, diagnosing, and monitoring various diseases and conditions.

How you’ll contribute

A Lead Medical Technologist who excels in this role:

• Coordinates the day-to-day operation of assigned department in conjunction with department manager. 
• Maintains professional skills and provides appropriate care to patients of all ages (neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics).
• Maintains personal competency on all equipment and procedures related to assigned section and assures competencies of employees in assigned section are up-to-date and complete according to Laboratory Competency Policy.
• Prepares daily work schedules to assure maximum production from assigned employees, evaluates daily workflow, and makes adjustments in staffing as necessary under the direction of the department manager. 
• Completes proper documentation of employees’ hours/time in Kronos.
• Assures the quality control procedures, instrument/equipment evaluation, and maintenance are carried out on schedule and properly documented in section as required by accrediting agencies. 
• Ensures all QC, QA, PT, and calibrations are performed accurately and within specified periods to assure all test results are valid prior to reporting. 
• Collaborates with the Manager of the section on all policy and procedure issues and immediately notifies section Manager of any issues regarding employees, procedures, or equipment. 
• Ensures phlebotomy coverage for AM Collections and throughout the day.
• Facilities student activities in assigned section.
• Troubleshoots instrument, equipment, or PC failure and facilitates resolution of problem. 
• Maintains all documentation requirements of accrediting agencies.
• Facilities training of new employees in accordance with Laboratory Practice. 
• Facilitates competency evaluation of section employees.
• Prepares and gives lectures to Laboratory students and residents, as they relate to assigned section. 
   

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. 
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
   

What we’re looking for 
Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree in medical technology or chemical, physical, or biological science and graduate of an NAACLS approved laboratory training program as applicable to the position and may also qualify under route 2, 3 or 4 of the ACSP Board of Certification. Additional requirements include:

• 1 year experience as a Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (ACSP) cm in a clinical Laboratory setting.
• Must be registered as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist by the America Society for Clinical Pathology.