Lead Medical Technologist/Lead Medical Laboratory Technician

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisianas leading cancer care organization, caring for more patients each year than any other facility in the region. And with strategic hospital and physician partnerships, we are delivering on our mission to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer.

Mary Bird Perkins and its partners work together to provide state-of-the-art treatments and unparalleled collaborative, comprehensive cancer services. This culture of innovation helps attract the best cancer minds in the country, from expert physicians and highly specialized scientists to forward-thinking leaders in supportive care and other disciplines.

Together, with our hospital and physician partners, we are one-hundred percent focused on cancer care.

Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description:

SCOPE : The Lead Medical Laboratory Technician/Lead Medical Technologist is responsible for overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring accurate and timely test results, and maintaining compliance with industry regulations. This role involves supervising laboratory staff, troubleshooting technical issues, and optimizing workflow to enhance efficiency and quality in diagnostic testing.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of laboratory personnel.
Perform and oversee complex laboratory tests and procedures with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, including CLIA, CAP, and OSHA standards.
Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, troubleshooting any technical issues.
Train, mentor, and evaluate laboratory staff to ensure competency and professional growth.
Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance laboratory efficiency and accuracy.
Monitor quality control measures, addressing discrepancies and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
Manage laboratory inventory, ensuring the availability of necessary reagents and supplies.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support patient diagnosis and treatment.
Maintain accurate documentation of laboratory activities, test results, and compliance reports.
Participate in internal and external audits to ensure laboratory excellence and accreditation.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Associate or Bachelors degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or a related field.

Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by ASCP, AMT, or equivalent.

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting, with leadership experience preferred.

Strong knowledge of laboratory testing techniques, instrumentation, and regulatory compliance.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

Proficiency in laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail.