"Lead Medical Technologist"

Lead Medical Technologist

Company: Auburn University

Job Location: Auburn University, 36849-5207

Category: Health and Medical Services

Type: Full-Time

Requisition Number: S4818P

Home Org Name: Pathobiology

Division Name: College of Veterinary Medicine

Job Class Code: IC10

Appointment Status: Full-time

Limited Term: No

Job Summary

Join Auburn University's College of Veterinary Medicine as a Lead Medical Technologist!

Are you an experienced Medical Technologist ready to take the next step in your career? The Department of Pathobiology at Auburn University's College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a motivated and skilled Lead Medical Technologist to help shape the future of our veterinary clinical pathology laboratory.

In this pivotal role, you'll oversee and perform a variety of complex diagnostic tests and procedures that directly support the Auburn University Veterinary Hospital. You'll also play a key leadership role managing and mentoring laboratory staff, ensuring smooth operations, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

This position is ideal for someone who:

• Has veterinary or clinical pathology lab experience and is ready to lead.
• Thrives in both hands-on wet lab work and computer-based lab management.
• Excels in problem-solving, communication, and conflict resolution.
• Enjoys training and guiding others while staying organized and tech-savvy.

Why you'll love this role:

• No weekends or holidays - enjoy a predictable schedule and strong work-life balance.
• Excellent university benefits, including retirement and tuition assistance.
• Be part of an exciting period of growth with new chemistry analyzers on the way.
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the health and wellbeing of animals while leading a dedicated, passionate team.

If you're ready to bring your leadership skills, clinical expertise, and enthusiasm to Auburn, apply today!

Essential Functions

• Develops protocols and standard operating procedures, ensuring compliance with Federal, State, University, and accrediting agency policy regarding veterinary medical laboratories.
• Performs and reviews quality controls in testing and decides if results are within acceptable ranges and researches and corrects problems.
• Operates, calibrates, maintains, and cleans equipment used in quantitative analysis.
• Conducts chemical analysis of specimens including blood, urine, and spinal fluid, to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.
• Assists in training students, residents, and staff in laboratory procedures and use of hospital/laboratory information data management system.
• Trains and directs lab assistants, staff, and students on proper methods of collection of specimens and laboratory testing.
• Assists in the evaluation of new equipment and procedures for use in research and the clinical laboratory.
• Prepares technical reports on procedures and results of laboratory tests and examinations.
• Negotiates vendor contracts for purchasing supplies, materials, and equipment for economic efficiency of lab.
• Prepares department invoices and annual income/expense reports.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related Science.
• 5 years of experience as a medical technologist in clinical pathology.

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of medical technology procedures and practices to include analysis and diagnostics

Minimum License and Certifications

None Required.

Desired Qualifications

10 years of experience is desired

Salary Range: $61,140-$103,940

Job Category: Health/Science

City position is located in: Auburn

State position is located: Alabama