Medical Lab Scientist 2- Core Lab

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The Medical Lab Scientist works in the Core Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, and Body Fluids areas of the MetroCenter Lab. The position performs routine and complex clinical pathology testing and manages laboratory instruments and services. It is accountable for accurately performing laboratory testing methodologies, recording results, and ensuring timely delivery of results. The tests support patient diagnosis and treatment and help evaluate responses to treatment. The role applies clinical knowledge to produce accurate results that contribute to quality patient care.

The position provides patient-focused care through testing across pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic stages. It performs qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures, including reagent preparation and quality control, according to protocols and with precision, accuracy, and efficiency. The role requires knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, instruments, their interrelationships, and physiological conditions that affect results. Additional duties may be assigned.

The role is scheduled for the first shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Vanderbilt Health describes the lab as having floor-to-ceiling windows. The position is part of an allied health area that provides supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Less than one year of experience level stated.
• Required certification/licensure: Tennessee Medical Laboratory Act license; Medical Laboratory Scientist certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); or Medical Technologist certification from American Medical Technologists (AMT).
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, instruments, and physiological conditions affecting test results.
• Ability to perform testing accurately and efficiently and follow protocols, including quality control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex clinical pathology tests through the pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic stages.
• Manage laboratory instruments and services.
• Accurately perform laboratory test methodologies and record results.
• Ensure timely delivery of test results.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures, including reagent preparation and quality control, according to required protocols.
• Apply knowledge of techniques, principles, instruments, and physiological conditions that affect test results.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings to support well-being and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level