Medical Technologist - Pathology MLS Program

Job Summary

Provides support to Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) students and faculty in the MLS Teaching Laboratory under the supervision of the Laboratory Coordinator. Ensures smooth operation of laboratory courses in various areas including hematology, immunology, immunohematology, chemistry, body fluids analysis, microbiology, molecular diagnostics, hemostasis, parasitology and mycology. Performs routine clinical laboratory assays and quality control activities.

Responsibilities

• Performs essential operational tasks and clinical laboratory test procedures, including calibration of laboratory equipment, quality control of laboratory assays, and inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Maintains cultures of live microorganisms for laboratory assays.
• Provides teaching support to MLS students and faculty to ensure smooth operation of laboratory sessions.
• Maintains familiarity with course content for all MD LB laboratory courses (as assigned by supervising faculty).
• Solves and suggests solutions for common quality control and equipment failures.
• Aids in evaluating and implementing new laboratory assays, including modifications to existing procedures and documentation.
• Prepares, labels, and assesses performance of laboratory reagents prior to routine use in the teaching laboratory.
• Aids in annual updates of standard operating procedures and safety policies, as assigned.
• Works collaboratively with faculty and staff to plan and coordinate laboratory outreach activities associated with the Medical Laboratory Science program.
• Participates in work-related conferences and education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a biological science;
• American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) certification as a Medical Technologist or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience);
• Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills are required.
• ASCP certification equivalency for this position may be one year of lab experience.

Preferences

• ASCP Medical Technologist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or equivalent.
• One to three years in a laboratory setting, or equivalent education or training.
• Experience as a medical laboratory scientist and clinical laboratory testing preferred.