Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead - Histology

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Validates specimen identification, type and size and processes samples according to established handling protocols
• Organizes and prioritizes routine, STAT and Laboratory Triage System samples to meet required turnaround times
• Performs routine and specialized testing, evaluates questionable results, repeats tests when necessary and documents corrective actions in the laboratory information system
• Reports critical results promptly and documents all required information
• Performs and reviews quality control procedures, investigates unacceptable results and completes corrective-action documentation
• Conducts instrument function checks, calibrations and scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and troubleshoots equipment problems
• Assists with new testing processes, written procedures, audits, statistical analyses and operational reports
• Maintains appropriate inventory levels and monitors reagent crossover checks, expiration dates and backorders
• Trains students and employees, develops training materials and competency assessments and coordinates internship assignments
• Revises and maintains technical procedure manuals and participates in continuing education and in-service programs
• Troubleshoots laboratory information system issues and supports system maintenance, interfaces, upgrades, test plans and training documents
• Performs laboratory in-charge duties as needed and supports safety practices, regulatory compliance, inspections and budget planning
• Communicates testing, quality control and instrumentation problems promptly to appropriate laboratory leadership
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, medical technology or a related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent education required
• Three years of experience in a laboratory setting applicable to the assigned area of responsibility or certification required

Certifications

One of the following certifications must be obtained within 18 months of entering the role:

• BB-ASCP Technologist in Blood Banking, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• C-ASCP Technologist in Chemistry, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• H-ASCP Technologist in Hematology, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• HT-ASCP Histotechnician, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• HTL-ASCP Histotechnologist, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• M-ASCP Technologist in Microbiology, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• MB-ASCP Technologist in Molecular Biology, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• MLS-ASCP Medical Laboratory Scientist, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• MP-ASCP Technologist in Molecular Pathology, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• MT-ASCP Medical Technologist, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• MT-AMT Medical Technologist, American Medical Technologists
• SM-ASCP Specialist in Microbiology, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• IMLS International Medical Laboratory Scientist, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• CLSp-NCA Clinical Laboratory Specialist, National Credentialing Agency
• MT-NCA Medical Technologist, National Certification Agency for Laboratory Personnel
• MT-STATE Medical Technologist certification from any state
• MT-AAB Medical Technologist, American Association of Bioanalysts
• CT-ASCP Cytotechnologist, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• SCT-ASCP Specialist in Cytology, American Society for Clinical Pathology

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in biology, chemistry, laboratory science or a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience