Medical Lab Scientist 2 - Special Chem/Toxicology

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Medical Lab Scientist 2 performs routine and complex clinical pathology testing and manages laboratory instruments and services. The role is responsible for accurately recording results and ensuring their timely delivery, and is accountable for the accurate performance of laboratory test methodologies used in patient diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of treatment response. The scientist applies clinical knowledge to produce accurate results that support quality patient care. The position provides patient-focused care by performing tests through the pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic stages. It also involves qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures, reagent preparation, quality control, and following required protocols with precision, accuracy, and efficiency. The role requires knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, instruments, and physiological conditions that may affect test results. Additional duties may be assigned. This position is in Vanderbilt Health’s Special Chemistry organization. The posting describes a state-of-the-art laboratory with windows and lists a 3-1130 shift. The role calls for foundational capability in data analysis, quality assurance, equipment maintenance, diagnostic testing, and mentoring and coaching. It also emphasizes collaboration, compassionate service, quality and safety, accountability, effective resource management, data-informed decisions, innovation, and adaptability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Relevant work experience; the stated experience level is less than one year.
Tennessee Medical Laboratory Act license.
Medical Laboratory Scientist certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or Medical Technologist certification from the American Medical Technologists (AMT).
Knowledge and ability to perform routine and complex laboratory testing accurately and in accordance with protocols.
Foundational proficiency in data analysis, quality assurance, equipment maintenance, and diagnostic testing.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and complex clinical pathology tests through the pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic stages.
Manage laboratory instruments and services.
Accurately record test results and ensure timely delivery of results.
Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures, including reagent preparation and appropriate quality control, according to required protocols.
Apply knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, instruments, and physiological conditions affecting test results.
Contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement of work processes.
Maintain equipment and help ensure sufficient parts inventory.
Provide constructive guidance, training, and support to colleagues.