Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist -- Blood Bank
Lighthouse Lab Services
Boston, MA · Posted November 3, 2026
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About the job
Clinical Laboratory Team Leader – Blood Bank
Location: Boston, MA Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM, rotating weekends Compensation: $39.00 – $48.02/hour + Sign-On Bonus Available
About the Opportunity
A leading healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Blood Bank Team Leader to join its laboratory leadership team in Boston, Massachusetts. This role offers the opportunity to lead laboratory operations in a fast-paced hospital environment while supporting high-quality patient care and mentoring laboratory staff.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical laboratory expertise, proven problem-solving skills, and previous experience working in a clinical laboratory setting.
Key Responsibilities
Perform routine and complex laboratory testing in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
Evaluate specimen acceptability and ensure proper handling throughout the testing process.
Monitor, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
Review and verify test results to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.
Assist with technical oversight, workflow coordination, and staff support within the department.
Perform and document quality control, quality assurance, and preventative maintenance activities.
Prepare, evaluate, and implement new reagents, controls, and testing procedures as needed.
Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents.
Support specimen processing activities when necessary.
Ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards and regulatory guidelines.
Serve as a technical resource for laboratory staff and assist with problem resolution.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry, or a related life science field.
Minimum of four (4) years of clinical laboratory testing experience.
ASCP or AMT certification preferred.
Strong technical knowledge of clinical laboratory operations and instrumentation.
Ability to work independently and effectively within a team environment.
Experience with laboratory information systems (LIS) is preferred.
Excellent communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
Must be able to pass a color vision screening.
Flexibility to work overtime and alternate shifts as needed.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and qualifications.
Sign-on bonus available for qualified external candidates.
Comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Stock Purchase Program
About us:
At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 19 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. Lighthouse Lab Services is committed to working and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including persons with disabilities.
If at any time during the application process, you need an accommodation, please contact recruiting@lighthouselabservices.com for assistance.
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