Medical Laboratory Scientist I

About the role

This position provides services of both a technical and non-technical nature in the laboratory service areas. It involves performing routine and complex laboratory tests, ensuring proper functioning of laboratory equipment, and maintaining quality control.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived, moderate, and/or highly complex analytic processes without direct supervision.
• Operates, calibrates, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments.
• Recognizes when professional service is required and requests service if instrument is covered under a service contract.
• Follows specimen collection, handling, transport, and recording procedures.
• Processes data, verifies accuracy, and enters data in the laboratory information system.
• Maintains QC records and documentation necessary to meet the standards of accrediting agencies.
• Assists with workload in any section where competency has been verified and is current.
• Evaluates potential causes of unexpected test results and correlates clinical and laboratory data with pathologic states.
• Trains new and current employees on procedures and policies.
• Communicates with others, provides technical information, and performs assessments of peers.

Requirements

• Education: Evaluation of education and credentials, including completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology and successful completion of a clinical rotation in the area of job duties.
• Certification: Minimum pay rate of $25.41/hr, with a requirement to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.
• PPE: Ability to work in a biohazard laboratory environment requiring use of personal protective equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience: Two years of experience not including NY testing.
• Physical Requirements: Stooping, reaching, mobility, communication, and vision requirements.

Skills

Technical skills in performing laboratory tests, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment. Communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to prioritize and coordinate work flow.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $3,000 and relocation reimbursement package. Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

Hourly rate is an estimate and will vary based on schedule. Details are provided in the job description.

Schedule

7-On/7-Off B week, 8:30 PM - 7:00 AM training schedule, Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.