Medical Lab Scientist II
About The Position
The Medical Lab Scientist II oversees day-to-day operations of an assigned shift or department and performs general testing in the analytical core laboratory, including transfusion services. The role applies advanced technical knowledge to laboratory testing and its clinical relevance, serves as a liaison with other laboratory departments and hospital services, and assists with process improvement initiatives. Phlebotomy and specimen management duties may also be performed. The position requires self-directed work and leadership in maintaining regulatory compliance and high standards of quality and efficiency. The scientist performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex testing on patient specimens in accordance with the Section's Standard Operating Procedures, supporting accurate and timely results. The role includes clinical correlation of results, identifying patterns of bias, promptly notifying appropriate caregivers of critical values, and meeting established turnaround times. Responsibilities also include required calibration and quality control procedures, record maintenance, equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, and assisting the Technical Coordinator or Supervisor with QC and calibration reports. The position represents CommonSpirit Health professionally in communications with physicians, hospital staff, patients, coworkers, laboratory stakeholders, and the public. Holy Cross Hospital Jordan Valley is a 171-bed hospital and a Level III Trauma center, STEMI Cardiac receiving center, and certified stroke treatment center. The hospital describes its environment as warm and family-friendly. Relocation assistance of up to $8,000 is offered to eligible new hires.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory, Chemical, or Biological Science.
- Two years of relevant laboratory work experience.
- Advanced technical expertise in laboratory operations.
- Strong analytical and complex problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lead, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain quality and efficiency in a self-directed environment.
Nice To Haves
- MLS certification with ASCP or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day operations of an assigned shift or department.
- Perform and report waived, moderately complex, and highly complex tests on patient specimens according to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Provide clinical correlation of results, identify patterns of bias, notify appropriate caregivers of critical values, and complete testing within established turnaround times.
- Perform required calibration and quality control procedures and maintain records.
- Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot major automated equipment, contacting instrument vendors for assistance or repair when needed.
- Assist the Technical Coordinator or Supervisor in preparing QC and calibration reports and ensuring records are complete and accurate.
- Serve as a liaison with other laboratory departments and hospital services and assist with process improvement initiatives.
- Perform phlebotomy and specimen management duties as needed.
- Communicate professionally with physicians, hospital staff, patients, coworkers, laboratory stakeholders, and the general public.
Benefits
- Up to $8,000 in relocation assistance for eligible new hires.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
