Medical Lab Scientist 2

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Lebanon, TN

About The Position

The Medical Lab Scientist 2 works in the Clinical Laboratory and performs processing and testing in one or more departments during a shift. The role requires a working understanding of medical technology, the ability to recognize problems, strong communication skills, and the ability to work well under high stress. The scientist serves patients of all ages, from neonates through geriatrics, and must have the knowledge, training, experience, and competence to obtain and interpret information, understand growth and development, and understand the range of treatments needed by those patients. The position involves applying laboratory policies and procedures; understanding testing methods, theory, instruments, and tools used for diagnostic purposes; and performing quality assurance, kit validation, instrument maintenance, proficiency testing, environmental monitoring, reagent preparation, diagnostic reporting, and alarm-related work. The scientist also handles incident reporting and documentation, protects confidential information and patient privacy, supports specimen collection and high-complexity specialty management, and assists technologists and the Administrative Laboratory Director as needed. Vanderbilt Health describes this role as part of its allied health services, which support, diagnose, and treat patients in a variety of settings. The position requires an approved discipline-specific program and ASCP Medical Technologist licensure. The stated experience level is less than one year. The role offers a benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and wellness offerings.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.
Medical Technologist certification/licensure from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
Relevant work experience; the stated experience level is less than one year.
Working understanding of medical technology and ability to recognize problems.
Good communication skills and ability to work well under high stress.
Knowledge, training, experience, and competence related to the age groups served, including ability to obtain and interpret information, knowledge of growth and development, and understanding of the range of treatments needed.
Proficiency in diagnostic testing sufficient to deliver results successfully.
Knowledge of laboratory testing methods, theory, instruments, and tools.
Ability to perform or understand equipment maintenance, quality assurance, and routine data analysis.
Understanding of confidentiality, patient privacy, professional ethics, and medical ethics.

Responsibilities

Process and test specimens in one or more laboratory departments during a shift.
Master and practice laboratory policies and procedures.
Apply knowledge of testing methods, theory, instruments, and tools used for diagnostic purposes.
Perform quality assurance, kit validation, instrument maintenance, proficiency testing, environmental monitoring, and reagent preparation.
Complete diagnostic reporting and respond to alarms.
Report and document incidents.
Follow professional and medical ethics, confidentiality policies, and requirements for protecting PHI and patient privacy.
Perform specimen collection duties.
Support high-complexity specialty management.
Assist technologists and the Administrative Laboratory Director as needed and where appropriate.
Provide services to patients across all age groups, from neonates to geriatrics.
Perform routine safety checks and fulfill safety and regulatory requirements.
Support colleagues through communication, relationship-building, and informal guidance.