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Lead Medical Lab Tech

Full-time, Weekend Nights (Fri - Sun, 7p-7a)

As a Lead Medical Lab Tech (MLT) at **Crestwood Medical Center** , you’ll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package which may include **health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) with matching, and student loan repayment for eligible roles.**

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Job Summary

The Medical Laboratory Technician Lead works under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor and utilizes comprehensive practical and theoretical knowledge in Clinical Chemistry, Immunology, and Special Chemistry to support operations within the Chemistry Laboratory. Serving as a key resource for other technicians in the department, the Tech Lead provides guidance and support as needed.

Essential Functions

+ Follows all Laboratory and Hospital safety policies.

+ Operates all department equipment safely and according to procedure.

+ Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshoots instrument failures to best of ability alerting proper personnel of equipment problems.

+ Follows all department QC procedures and troubleshoots QC failures with proper documentation.

+ Maintains technical competency and seeks clarification when necessary.

+ Effectively utilizes all necessary LIS functions.

+ Assists Supervisor in maintaining adequate inventory of reagents and supplies necessary for testing.

+ Meets performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, resource utilization and staff development.

+ Accounts for all specimens on the pending log and relays courses of action to other section shifts.

+ Prioritizes activities to accommodate workflow fluctuations.

+ Writes/revises department procedures and protocols in conjunction with the laboratory supervisor.

+ Demonstrates intuitive planning and follow-up of projects.

+ Recognizes and analyzes problems effectively, informs supervisory staff/appropriate personnel of situations or problems requiring attention.

+ Maintains inventory for supplies and submits purchase requests as applicable.

+ Assists with Quality Control programs and evaluations.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

+ Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

+ Associate Degree Medical Technology or physical, chemical, or biological sciences required

+ 2-4 years clinical laboratory experience required

+ 2-4 years hospital experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Knowledge of laboratory and quality control procedures.

+ Ability to analyze complex data with strong problem-solving skills.

+ Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain orderly records.

+ Ability to work independently and in a team environment

+ Effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration.

+ Exhibits good laboratory technique and safety practices.

+ Ability to multi-task in a busy environment.

+ Effective communication and collaboration skills, fostering positive relationships within the healthcare team.

+ Ability to work with minimal supervision.

+ Basic knowledge of tools and equipment.

Licenses and Certifications

+ MLT - Medical Technician - ASCP required or

+ Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)-AMT required

**Crestwood Medical Center** is a fully accredited, 180-bed acute care hospital serving Huntsville, North Alabama, and the surrounding region with a wide range of services including emergency care, surgery, women’s health, heart care, and intensive care. We are committed to providing quality, compassionate care in a welcoming environment, supported by advanced technology such as robotic-assisted surgery for greater precision and faster recovery. Our Maternity Center offers family-centered care with the added support of a Level II NICU, ensuring specialized attention for newborns close to home. Guided by a patient-first mindset, our dedicated team of physicians, nurses, and staff take pride in delivering personalized care while serving as a trusted healthcare partner for our community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.