Medical Laboratory Scientist 1

Inova • Fairfax, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Inova’s Central Lab is looking for a dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist 1 to join their team! This position will be Full-Time Evening Shift. Inova is consistently ranked as a national healthcare leader in safety, quality, and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science from a college/university recognized by regional or national accreditation agency.
• Other acceptable forms of education/experience will follow the guidelines of ASCP/AMT Board certification.
• A Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university in any Science with 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) in biology including one semester in microbiology and 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) in chemistry including one semester in organic or biochemistry, which may be obtained within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree.
• Successful completion of a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course within the last ten years.
• 1 yr. Successful completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science accredited Medical Lab Scientist program or Accredited Bureau of Health Education Schools accredited Medical Lab Technician program, within the last 12 months can be used in lieu of 1 year full time acceptable clinical experience.
• Must be eligible for ASCP or AMT Board certification consistent with scope of responsibility to include: Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Lab Scientist (MLS), Medical Lab Technician (MLT), Technologist Blood Banking (BB), SBB, Technologist Chemistry (C), Technologist Hematology (H), Technologist in Microbiology (M), Specialist in Hematology (SH), Specialist in Cytotechnology (SCT), Technologist in Molecular Biology (MB), Specialist in Microbiology (SMB), Specialist in Microbiology (SM), Specialist in Chemistry (SC), Clinical Laboratory Technologist (HEW), International Medical Laboratory Scientist.
• Certification must be obtained within 2 years of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Ensures quality specimens for Laboratory testing by recognizing pre-analytical factors that adversely affect patient results.
• Operates systems/methodologies to produce timely and accurate data for patients, quality control, and proficiency testing.
• Participates in departmental development by demonstrating operational knowledge and adhering to regulatory standards.
• Participates in professional growth opportunities to enhance personal, team, and departmental development.
• Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with team members to optimize job performance and foster working relationships.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Robust team member wellness program
• Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
• Up to $5,250 per year in education assistance
• Up to $10,000 for student loans
• 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost for team members, their spouses/partners, and their children.
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work schedules

What This Job Offers

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