Lead Medical Technician

DutiesHelpReceives, verifies, and logs incoming biological specimens from Mtf clinics and Dod laboratories into Lis/Mhsg; evaluates specimen integrity, collection timing, and requisitions, rejecting non-viable samples.Serves as a certified shipper for diagnostic/infectious substances under Dot/Iata regulations; manages reference laboratory test routing, special send-outs, and handles Army HIV Force Testing specimens.Performs adult and pediatric blood collection (venous/capillary) adhering to infection control; manages reception desk, patient check-in via Q-Flow, order entry for internal/external civilian providers, and Hipaa compliance.Acts as work lead by distributing tasks, balancing workload, monitoring completion times, and resolving informal issues; trains new hires, Phase II Military Lab Tech students, and hospital personnel on phlebotomy/processing protocols.Provides input to supervisory staff on employee performance, training needs, and awards; monitors work environment safety; tracks supply levels, maintains records, and compiles workload/statistical reports.