Medical Laboratory Scientist - Oncology

The Ohio State University

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The James Oncology Laboratory provides comprehensive, time sensitive laboratory services to patients with a variety of diagnoses or admission/discharge criteria. The Oncology laboratory staff performs testing on patient specimens utilizing chemistry, hematology, urinanalysis, coagulation, blood gases analyzers and assists with bone marrow procedures. The lab provides training for residents, new staff and medical technology students. The laboratory is staffed 24/7. In addition, staff is available for on-call for emergency bone marrow assistance. The Medical Technologist performs routine automated and manual procedures, verifies and reports test requests and results. Handles phone inquiries regarding patient results, specimen collection and testing frequency. Oncology staff uses the laboratory computer system to review report and call critical values to various healthcare professionals. Laboratory staff performs and documents quality control, quality assurance and preventative maintenance on instrumentation. Medical Technologists work under the direction of the lab manager and lead technologist(s).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/Med Lab Science or biological science degree.
• MT/MLS certification.
• If not certified, applicant must obtain MLS certification within 1 year of hire.
• First board of certification test attempt within the first six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine automated and manual procedures.
• Verifies and reports test requests and results.
• Handles phone inquiries regarding patient results, specimen collection and testing frequency.
• Uses the laboratory computer system to review reports and call critical values.
• Performs and documents quality control, quality assurance and preventative maintenance on instrumentation.
• Assists with bone marrow procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

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