Medical Laboratory Technologist Supervisor — Houston, TX
Full job description
Perform advanced laboratory testing while supporting daily laboratory operations within a collaborative international healthcare environment supporting U.S. government personnel in Iraq. Working alongside physicians, pathologists, radiology personnel, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams, this Medical Laboratory Supervisor role combines hands-on clinical laboratory practice with quality oversight, workflow coordination, and team support in a professionally managed healthcare setting.
This opportunity offers the ability to work across a broad laboratory scope while contributing to accurate diagnostics, patient safety, and continuity of care in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Location: Iraq
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine and specialized laboratory testing across hematology, microbiology, chemistry, and blood bank services.
- Collect, prepare, and process biological specimens while ensuring accuracy, quality control, and timely reporting of results.
- Support daily laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and laboratory workflow coordination.
- Collaborate closely with physicians, pathologists, radiology personnel, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to support clinical decision-making and patient care.
- Maintain laboratory safety standards, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness within a multidisciplinary clinical environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field.
- MLS (ASCP) certification or MLS (ASCP) eligibility required with current BLS certification.
- 5+ years of recent Medical Laboratory Technologist or Medical Laboratory Technician experience, including clinical practice within the last year.
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident with a valid passport
- Ability to obtain and maintain MRPT security clearance and meet pre-deployment physical requirements.
Preferred
- Previous laboratory leadership or supervisory experience.
- Experience working in multidisciplinary or high-acuity clinical environments.
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