Lead Medical Technologist (Shift Supervisor)

Lighthouse Lab Services is representing a rapidly growing, high-throughput wellness laboratory in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, focused on delivering advanced diagnostic testing across molecular, microbiology, immunology, chemistry, and hematology. This CLIA-aligned startup is building scalable, high-quality operations and is seeking a Lead Medical Technologist (Shift Supervisor) to support and oversee daily laboratory performance.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Lead Medical Technologist (Shift Supervisor) to support daily operations within a fast-paced, high-volume wellness laboratory processing approximately 80,000 samples. This role is a hands-on bench position with added supervisory responsibility for coordinating workflow and providing day-to-day guidance to staff during the shift.

Working under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, this individual will serve as a go-to technical resource and team lead, helping ensure efficient operations, high-quality results, and adherence to CLIA standards across multiple departments, including Molecular (PCR), Immunology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Culture, and Hematology.

Key Responsibilities:

Bench Work & Technical Support

• Perform high-complexity testing in accordance with CLIA regulations and established SOPs
• Accurately review, verify, and release patient results
• Serve as a technical resource for troubleshooting routine issues on the bench
• Assist with instrument maintenance, calibration, and basic troubleshooting

Shift Coordination

• Support day-to-day workflow by helping prioritize testing and maintain turnaround times
• Act as a point of contact for the team during the shift, escalating issues to the Lab Manager as needed
• Assist with specimen triage, intake coordination, and distribution across departments
• Step in as needed to maintain productivity during high-volume periods

Quality & Compliance

• Follow and reinforce established quality control procedures and documentation practices
• Support compliance with CLIA, laboratory safety standards, and internal quality programs
• Assist with maintaining audit readiness and participating in inspections as needed

Cross-Department Support

• Contribute to testing across multiple areas, including molecular (PCR), chemistry, hematology, and microbiology
• Help ensure best practices are followed across workflows, including contamination control in molecular areas

Team Support & Training

• Provide guidance and support to technologists and lab staff during the shift
• Assist with onboarding and training of new employees
• Promote a collaborative, team-oriented work environment focused on quality and efficiency

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, or related field
• MT/MLS (ASCP) or equivalent certification required
• 3–5 years of clinical laboratory experience, including high-complexity testing
• Prior experience serving as a lead tech or informal team lead preferred
• Experience with microbiology diagnostics strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of CLIA regulations and laboratory quality systems

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in high-volume or high-throughput laboratory environments
• Familiarity with automated instrumentation and workflow optimization
• Exposure to multiple laboratory disciplines (chemistry, hematology, microbiology, molecular)

Salary and Shift:

• Salary: $38–$48/hour
• Shift: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm

Why Join Us?

• Hands-on role with meaningful impact on daily lab operations
• Opportunity to develop leadership skills while remaining technically focused
• Work alongside an experienced Lab Manager in a collaborative environment
• Clear path for growth into formal supervisory or management roles

About Us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 20 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.
It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Lighthouse Lab Services | 800-838-0602 | lighthouselabservices.com

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Salary : $38 - $48