Lead Medical Technologist

Are you looking for a job that will have a positive impact in the lives of many people? Do you want to support our mission of saving lives? Then, Miller-Keystone Blood Center may be the right fit for you!

At MKBC, we save lives every day by providing blood products to hospitals in PA and NJ. The Lead Medical Technologist position in the Product QC Laboratory supports the Blood Center by testing blood and blood products for release including process validation and evaluation. The anticipated hourly wage starts at $26.17 per hour and is commensurate with experience. In addition, Miller-Keystone offers the following to all full-time employees:

• Medical/Prescription, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Personal and Sick Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Retention Bonus of up to $1000
• Retirement Savings Plan
• And Much More!

What you will be doing:

• Performs final work review of product QC laboratory testing and distributes client test results.
• Performs blood product disposition based on test results and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) investigations/resolutions.
• Conducts Moderate Complexity testing in compliance with CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments) requirements for bacterial contamination and hematology testing. This includes specimen processing, test performance, and accurate reporting of test results.
• Prepares samples for testing as stated in established standard operating procedures (SOP's).
• Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Ensures departmental compliance with all company standard operating procedures and policies and external regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, and local regulations and accrediting organizations. Resolves assigned CARs, CQI's and CSR's.
• Supervises department staff and assists with problem solving, conflict resolution, interviews and hiring.

What you will bring to the role:

• A Bachelor's degree in biological science or medical technology or a related science field is required.
• Must qualify as a CLIA General Supervisor (High Complexity) and Technical Consultant (Moderate Complexity).
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification through the ASCP is highly preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in Bacteriology and Hematology in a clinical laboratory environment are both required.
• Experience with the BAC-T/ALERT 3D Blood Culture instrument and Sysmex Hematology Analyzer are highly preferred.
• A background in healthcare is required with experience handling and processing blood specimens, labeling, preparing, and transporting specimens for testing.
• Experience working in a federally regulated environment is required (CLIA/AABB/CAP).
• Must possess basic computer skills, strong attention to detail, critical thinking abilities, and the capability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP's).
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and listening) to engage with employees of all backgrounds.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle changing priorities to meet the needs of the blood center.

Additional information:

This position reports directly to the Laboratory Services Supervisor at our Bethlehem location.

• The hours for this full-time position are 7am-3pm, with weekend and holiday rotations.
• Additionally, this position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds, stand for long periods of time, and perform small and concise movements.
• The Lead Medical Technologist works with blood products on a daily basis, exposure to potential biohazardous substances is high.

EEO Statement

Miller-Keystone is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants are welcomed and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. It shall endeavor to provide reasonable accommodations requested by all employees with documented disabilities who are otherwise able to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

Background checks and drug screenings are required for this position. An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of these screenings.