Lead Medical Lab Scientist

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Under the direction of laboratory management, lead all aspects of operation in the assigned section/team/department, including preparation and maintenance of records, reports, policies and procedures; analysis of testing methodologies, employee training/staffing, technical oversight, and compliance. Work in collaboration with team members to ensure that tasks, priorities, goals and achievements are coordinated with management. Assist with test validations, regulatory compliance, quality control/assurance, and maintenance within the assigned area.

Perform a variety of laboratory tests and procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing, monitoring, treating and preventing disease.

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• A sufficient number of college and/or technical school courses and clinical training to satisfy the requirements for testing and certification as a medical technologist by an approved certifying agency. Required
• Bachelors Degree in clinical laboratory science, biomedical science, medical technology or in a life / biological science (biology, biochemistry, microbiology, etc.) Preferred

Work Experience

• 3 years hospital experience Required

Licenses and Certifications

• MTA - Medical Technologist Certification through AMT or AAB. Certified according to the qualifications through the State of GA Dept of Community Health, Healthcare Facility, Clinical Laboratory Regulations. AAB provisional certification not accepted. Required
• MLS - Medical Lab Scientist (Formally MT Certification) through AMT or AAB. Certified according to the qualifications through the State of GA Dept of Community Health, Healthcare Facility, Clinical Laboratory Regulations. AAB provisional certification not accepted. Required
• Certified Medical Lab Scientist-ASCP according to the qualifications through the State of GA Dept of Community Health, Healthcare Facility, Clinical Laboratory Regulations. AAB provisional certification not accepted. Required
• ASCP - Medical Technologist according to the qualifications through the State of GA Dept of Community Health, Healthcare Facility, Clinical Laboratory Regulations. AAB provisional certification not accepted. Required

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Eastside Medical Center