Medical Laboratory Scientist II

Located in Largo in the heart of Prince George’s County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care services, and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. The facility will also expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince George’s County residents.

About the role

The Medical Laboratory Scientist II (MLS II) performs analyses on a variety of sample types under general supervision. This role maintains proper records, uses independent judgement to generate acceptable test results, and ensures quality, efficiency, and safety in laboratory functions. The MLS II serves as a fully effective and participative member of the multidisciplinary patient care services team.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and specialized laboratory testing in assigned specialty areas following all standard operating procedures.
• Correlates laboratory findings with disease states; integrates and relates data from other laboratory specialty areas.
• Confirms abnormal results and resolves specimen and testing discrepancies.
• Institutes appropriate follow-up measures for unusual test results.
• Calibrates instruments; performs and documents preventative and corrective maintenance on instruments and equipment.
• Troubleshoots routine technical and analytical problems, including specimen collection issues, with minimal supervision.
• Monitors and reviews quality control data and quality assurance information to determine reliability and acceptability of patient results.
• Assists in documentation of quality occurrences and initiates corrective actions for quality control and other quality/service problems.
• Performs testing on proficiency testing samples as required.
• Ensures tests are completed in a timely manner per turnaround time expectations and reconciles pending test reports.
• Provides orientation and training to new employees in assigned laboratory sections.
• Attends continuing education sessions as required.
• Assists in reviewing standard operating procedures as requested.
• Maintains a neat and organized bench area, replenishing supplies as needed.
• May serve as charge technologist on assigned shifts, troubleshooting laboratory operations problems and initiating corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, biology, or related sciences preferred; an Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field, or completion of Military Laboratory Technician program with experience, is required.
• Three years of clinical laboratory experience required.
• ASCP certification or equivalent preferred.