Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist

About the role

The Senior Medical Technologist is proficient in all principle duties of a Medical Technologist I and II. This Subject Matter Expert (SME) is responsible for complex laboratory testing and has broad decision-making authority and independence.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates all characteristics of Med Tech I and II
• Applies evidence based criteria to correlate and interpret laboratory testing data
• Performs clinical validation to optimize laboratory testing as directed
• Serves as a technical resource for the unit by investigating and resolving analytical testing problems, recommending a course of action in instances identified as beyond acceptable limits, and responding to non-routine/complex inquiries and/or requests from clients and sales representatives
• Assumes trainer and SME role in education; designs and implements training material
• Evaluates technical competencies of team and provides recommendations for continuing education
• Expedites the flow of work to maximize productive capacity by evaluating production systems and recommending enhancements and coordinating the resolution of production problems/issues involving other laboratory departments
• Reviews unit activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and federal, state, and local regulations
• Competent in most areas within the department
• Participates in special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years clinical experience with two (2) years in present department. 5 years of blood bank experience preferred
• If Sr MLS will be asked to perform delegated supervisory duties, then minimum required qualifications are: Master of Science Degree in biological or chemical science and two (2) years of work experience as a Medical Lab Scientist in the designated laboratory specialty
• At least four (4) years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience subsequent to qualifying as a Medical Lab Scientist
• If operating within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania must have at least six (6) years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience subsequent to qualifying as a Medical Lab Scientist
• If HEW certified, eight (8) years or more in same department
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Biology or Chemistry or an Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology or have previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF
• United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript
• HEW Certified (Preferred)
• MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist

Benefits

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program
• Blueprint for Wellness® mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities