Medical Lab Scientist-Core Lab (Weekend Evening Shift Part Time)
About The Position
The Medical Lab Scientist ensures the prompt, efficient, and accurate delivery of laboratory test results used for medical prognosis, diagnosis, treatment, and research. The role manages documentation for quality control and compliance, maintains laboratory equipment and inventory, participates in quality initiatives, and performs assigned CLIA roles to support laboratory operations. This position is assigned to the Core Lab evening shift. The schedule is Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 2:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., with rotating holiday coverage. Recent generalist, chemistry, or hematology experience is preferred.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, or one of the biological, chemical, or physical sciences, and completion of a medical laboratory training program.
- Medical laboratory skills obtained through clinical rotations or training.
- If not licensed in Tennessee as a medical laboratory professional, certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technologist from an approved accrediting organization (e.g., ASCP, AMT, NRCC, ABB, or ASCPi) is required within six months of hire.
- Acceptable licenses include Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT)-General, Medical Laboratory Supervisor-General or Categorical Supervisor, Special Analyst, or Categorical Technologist in the assigned laboratory section.
Nice To Haves
- Medical laboratory work experience.
- Recent generalist, chemistry, or hematology experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform, validate, and report laboratory test results promptly, efficiently, and accurately for prognosis, diagnosis, treatment, and research.
- Document processes as required, including quality control, compliance, and appropriate use of materials, equipment, and personal protective equipment.
- Comply with document and record management requirements.
- Perform quality control activities, including reagent and analyzer checks; document results and escalate issues as required.
- Assist with equipment setup, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting under guidance.
- Participate in laboratory inventory planning, monitoring, and management.
- Assist in updating assigned sections of procedure and preventive maintenance manuals to reflect current practices.
- Collect assigned quality data and assist with Quality Program initiatives.
- Comply with hospital and licensing/accrediting agency standards and requirements.
- Inform the supervisor of unusual observations or occurrences in a timely manner.
- Perform other assigned duties to meet department and institutional goals and objectives.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
- Meet job expectations, adhere to policies, and deliver quality work while applying St. Jude values and principles; participate in performance management processes.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Work-life balance
- On-campus conveniences
- Benefits and stability of employment at a world-class institution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
