Lead Medical Lab Scientist -Medical Lab Tech Special -Chemistry - West Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH • Amberley, OH

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About The Position

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities. Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Lead Medical Lab Scientist assists physicians and other specialists by performing all aspects of testing on blood, tissue, and other bodily fluids, the results of which can then be used to diagnose and treat patients. In addition, the Lead Medical Lab Scientist participates and assumes responsibility for the daily operations of their section and laboratory.

Requirements

• Associates of Science in Medical Lab Technology
• Completed 60 semester hours (including six hours of chemistry and six of biology) of academic credit from a college or university accredited by a recognized regional or national accreditation agency and have successfully completed a medical lab technician program by a nationally accredited agency
• Completed a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course within the past ten years
• Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) or ASCP Certification required
• 4+ years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory setting (required)
• For BSMH, MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)
• For RSFH (as of 3/27/25) if registry-eligible, must achieve certification within 12 months from hire date.
• Bachelors, Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Science/Biology/Biochemistry through a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) approved program (required)
• 2 years of clinical lab experience (required)
• Active Listening
• Service Orientation
• Coordination
• Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service
• Organization
• Time Management
• Keyboarding
• Microsoft Office
• Telephone Skills
• Lab Information Systems
• Laboratory Diagnostic Tests
• Analyze data
• Laboratory equipment
• Quality assurance and control
• Documentation
• FDA health laws and regulations.
• Medical Terminology
• Leadership Skills

Nice To Haves

• 2 years leadership experience (preferred)
• 5 years of clinical lab experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs the duties of a Medical Laboratory Technician
• Assists Technicians with the implementation of new procedures and policies
• Collaborates with the Technicians in coordinating the proficiency testing program to ensure that all testing is registered, analyzed, and reviewed to meet established deadlines
• Recommends system changes to increase efficiency and accuracy of workflow and ensure daily operational efficiencies
• Completes schedules of department and updates time/schedule as necessary for daily operations
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position
• Other duties as assigned
• Reports quality patient results in a timely manner from section of responsibility.
• Responsible for achieving desired fiscal performance.
• Stays current in laboratory theory and techniques.
• Maintains regulatory compliance of their lab section.
• Responsible for quality control, proficiency testing, instrument maintenance, staff competency.
• Prepares section schedules.
• Provides recommendations for process improvement.
• Oversees training and orientation of personnel.
• Performs routine, moderate, and highly complex laboratory diagnostic tests.
• Confirms test results and provides the physician with data necessary to determine the presence, extent, cause, and treatment of disease.
• Follows quality control programs, assuring the accuracy and reliability of test results.
• Monitors, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Assists with training of new employees and students in the use of lab equipment and testing procedures.
• Performs computer function on both Lab Information Systems (LIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS).
• Participates in continuing education in respective areas of expertise.
• Performs, records, and evaluates Quality Control
• Assists with inventory control and maintaining supply levels for the department.
• Maintains compliance of their section with all appropriate agencies (CAP, TJC, OSHA, CLIA.)
• Completes schedules for department and updates time/schedule as necessary for daily operations.
• Responsible for achieving desired fiscal performance.
• Submits and reviews The College of American Pathologists (CAP) proficiency testing.
• Assumes manager's duties and responsibilities in their absence.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees