Medical Lab Scientist WEO - North Liberty Campus

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on incentive of $5,000 based on years of experience. (Current UI employees are not eligible for incentive.)

About the role

This position will utilize a variety of procedures involving highly complex analytical lab test methodology and techniques, perform quantitative and qualitative clinical laboratory analysis on biological specimens such as blood, tissue, and body fluids. These procedures require the use of professional judgment and provide technical expertise and information used to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease.

This position follows a 60% weekend option schedule, with working hours on Saturday–Sunday, 0630–1900. The role includes working all holidays that fall on Saturday/Sunday and allows for two weekends off each 6-month period.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly complex quantitative and qualitative analysis on chemical, hematological, microbiological, or immunology clinical and research specimens.
• Provide technical direction and oversight on all levels of testing complexity and analysis on biological specimens such as blood, tissue/organs, and body fluids.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluation of laboratory test results and provide information to healthcare providers regarding test methodology and interpretation.
• Provide technical assistance and training to staff on interpretation of quality assurance issues.
• Mentor and oversee staff when investigating and initiating corrective action for quality assurance issues involving patient samples.
• Provide assistance and input on performance evaluation measures for staff.
• Perform statistical analysis of quality control data associated with assigned laboratory testing and initiate corrective action based on statistical results.
• Report and document variances according to regulatory agency guidelines.
• Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
• Participate in evaluation of equipment and recommend products for acquisition.
• Evaluate reagent comparisons and results, and recommend changes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements of the laboratory section (JCAHO, CAP, FDA, AABB).
• Write and revise laboratory procedures according to NCLLS guidelines.
• Train and instruct new staff members and other healthcare professionals (residents, medical students, etc.) on test techniques, development, and test interpretation.
• Provide positive and professional training for the Clinical Laboratory Scientist Clinical Training Program within the section.
• Provide performance management feedback and input into performance evaluations.
• Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology program from an accredited institution.
• Six (6) months – One (1) year of clinical laboratory experience, which may include program training experience.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or a categorical/specialist certification in the appropriate laboratory discipline from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) from Health Education and Welfare (HEW).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

Desirable: Previous experience in a laboratory performing moderate and/or high complexity testing in blood banking, chemistry, hematology, and/or microbiology, which may include program training experience.

Pay

Pay grade: 6 (SEIU Pay Plan).

Schedule

Part-time, weekend option (60% schedule). Working hours: Saturday–Sunday, 0630–1900.