Medical Laboratory Scientist I / Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Flow Cytometry Lab
Responsibilities
Performs waived/point of care, moderate, and high complexity CLIA testing as appropriate to role and demonstrated competency.
Investigates and resolves problems with equipment, test results, specimens, and/or workflow.
Performs quality control, proficiency testing, and monitors the accuracy and precision of laboratory testing.
Prepares reagents and assists in the preparation of standard and control materials.
Maintains reagent inventory and assists with maintaining laboratory supplies.
Reviews test results to ensure accuracy of reporting and timely correction of errors.
Reports laboratory results and consults/confers with healthcare providers as needed.
Participates on teams and/or performs special projects or assignments.
Participates in the education and training of new employees and other learners, as appropriate to role.
Serves as a technical resource and works under direction or independently based on experience level.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
No prior professional laboratory experience required.
Qualifications
- Medical Laboratory Scientist I: Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Science, or Associate’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technology
- Medical Laboratory Scientist II:
- Associate’s Degree holders: MLT (ASCP) or MLT (AMT) required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Science: ASCP categorical certification in specialty area required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science: MT/MLS (ASCP) or MT/MLS (AMT) required
Experience
- Associate’s Degree with MLT certification: Two (2) years of experience required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Science with categorical certification: Two (2) years of experience required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science with MT/MLS certification: No experience required
Pay
- MLS I: Salary Range: $24.98 - $35.91 per hour (Hiring Range)
- MLS II: Salary Range: $26.85 - $38.61 per hour (Hiring Range)
Other Information
This position is eligible for the Clinical Laboratory Incentive Program.