Lead Medical Lab Scientist, Chemistry
- Piedmont Healthcare
- Fayetteville, GA, USA
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Lead Medical Lab Scientist, Chemistry
Overview:
Shift Info: M-F 7a-3:30p
Responsibilities:
Under the direction of laboratory management, is responsible for leading all aspects of operation in 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. Works 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 assigned area. Perform a variety of laboratory tests and procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing, monitoring, treating and preventing disease.
Qualifications:
Education- H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) 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 of hospital experience Required
- Previous lead or supervisory experience Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- Certification as a medical technologist or medical laboratory scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), AMT (American Medical Technologists) or AAB (American Association of Bioanalysts) according to the qualifications through the State of Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility, Clinical Laboratory regulations. Upon Hire Required
- AAB provisional certification not accepted
Business Unit : Company Name:
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Position Information
Location
Fayetteville, Georgia
Posted
07/27/2026
Type
Lab
Schedule
Full-Time
Job ID
25244
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