Medical Lab Scientist / Generalist

Emory Healthcare•Decatur, GA

13h•$36 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Emory Medical Laboratory is seeking an experienced and certified Medical Lab Scientist II / Medical Technologist II with a Core Lab background. The role operates laboratory equipment, performs complex testing, interprets results, and follows quality control procedures to support accurate diagnosis and treatment. The scientist analyzes blood, tissue, and other body fluids to help detect and diagnose diseases, using complex automated equipment in areas such as microbiology and chemistry. The position handles complex samples and specialized tests, maintains and troubleshoots laboratory instruments, and ensures testing accuracy and regulatory compliance. It may contribute to procedure development, assay and instrument validation, quality improvement, and staff and student education. The role works autonomously on day-to-day tasks and interacts with healthcare professionals, including physicians, about results and diagnostic needs. The position is onsite 100% of the time, with a 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. shift. Travel is listed as none, although the physical and environmental requirements note that travel may be required depending on assigned work area and tasks.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a chemical, physical, or biological science.
Other bachelor's degrees may be accepted if earned from an accredited school and the science and math coursework meets the certifying agency's requirements.
The bachelor's degree requirement may be waived for qualifying technologists certified by ASCP BOC before its bachelor's degree requirement, or for HEW/HHS technologists certified by Health and Human Services.
At least 18 months of experience.
Certification by one of the listed agencies: MT (ASCP), MLS (ASCP), MT (AMT), MT (HHS or HEW), or MT (AAB), as a generalist or categorical professional if applicable.
Promotion criteria review and approval is required.
In-depth knowledge of laboratory instruments and common and complex diagnostic tests.
Understanding of laboratory safety, quality control, regulatory standards, quality systems, and key performance monitoring.
Ability to evaluate specimen and test result validity, recognize abnormalities, and independently manage complicated cases.
Ability to perform equipment maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience preferred.
Core Lab background.

Responsibilities

Analyze blood, urine, spinal fluid, tissue, and other specimens to identify pathogens, abnormal cells, chemical abnormalities, and disease markers.
Perform complex and specialized laboratory tests and process complex samples.
Operate sophisticated laboratory instruments, including automated analyzers and microscopes.
Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
Run routine controls, monitor the accuracy and precision of testing, and follow quality control procedures.
Validate and interpret test results, compare findings with previous results and other laboratory data, and refer abnormal or unexpected results to appropriate individuals.
Identify critical values, confirm them, and report them according to standard operating procedures.
Document corrective actions for out-of-range values and maintain complete, accurate records of patient information, equipment, and test results.
Communicate laboratory findings and critical data to physicians and other healthcare professionals.
May assist with writing, reviewing, and revising procedures and with assay and instrument validation.
May participate in quality improvement projects and provide input on procedure improvements and operational changes.
Educate and guide staff and students by demonstrating procedures, assisting with orientation and continuing education, and potentially developing teaching plans, student assessment tools, and written examinations.