AA* - medical laboratory scientist II

About the role

Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection, biological specimen processing, cleaning, and disinfection of laboratory equipment and spaces.

Responsibilities

• Conducts post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, including reporting results and providing technical support.
• Completes tests and analytical procedures efficiently and accurately according to established standard operating procedures.
• Participates in proficiency testing, adhering to federal and state regulations and institutional policies.
• May act as a preceptor to facilitate orientation and training to new employees and students, documenting appropriately.
• Offers guidance to technicians and support staff, resolving customer service issues within guidelines and supporting education to clinical staff.
• Follows safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and completes required training for handling hazardous waste.
• Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities.
• Evaluates new laboratory techniques and procedures, assisting with data collection and special projects.
• Facilitates workflow and supports education to clinical staff as needed.

Requirements

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the department or work area assigned
• Follows and ensures adherence of staff to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times
• Able to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision
• Able to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities
• Able to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings
• Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to operate computer systems to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents
• General knowledge of laboratory testing functions and equipment use
• Critical thinking skills and attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient in verbal and written communication skills
• Mathematical, computer reasoning, and language skills at the college level (2 years)
• Must have proper communication skills to convey information effectively and problem-solving/decision-making skills to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement solutions
• Able to multitask and knowledge of basic state and federal laws as applicable to the laboratory setting
• Able to handle infectious biological specimens, caustics, toxic chemicals, and/or irritants appropriately and safely
• Display a willingness and ability to learn and develop new techniques and procedures as needed for research protocol development
• Proficiency in a wide variety of laboratory techniques in specimen preparation, ranging from making basic solutions and reagents, to performing more complex processes such as DNA/RNA extractions, stem cell isolations, and preparations for histological evaluations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR Bachelor's degree equivalency with 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include: 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology; and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND have a laboratory training program that includes: completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES or the CAAHEP (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above); or at least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs testing OR Successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); or qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel on or before April 24, 1995 in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024.

Skills

• Knowledge of laboratory testing functions and equipment use
• Ability to multitask and knowledge of basic state and federal laws as applicable to the laboratory setting
• Ability to handle infectious biological specimens, caustics, toxic chemicals, and/or irritants appropriately and safely
• Display a willingness and ability to learn and develop new techniques and procedures as needed for research protocol development
• Proficiency in a wide variety of laboratory techniques in specimen preparation, ranging from making basic solutions and reagents, to performing more complex processes such as DNA/RNA extractions, stem cell isolations, and preparations for histological evaluations

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

• Full time
• Night shift

Pay

• $25.16 - $46.80