Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist
About The Position
This PRN position performs high- and moderate-complexity laboratory testing and related pre-analytical and post-analytical support functions. The role follows laboratory policies and procedures and communicates clearly with team members to support effective laboratory operations. The position maintains and troubleshoots laboratory equipment, performs quality control assessments, evaluates test results according to laboratory protocols, and documents laboratory activities. It also supports regulatory compliance, participates in departmental projects, maintains competency in assigned areas, and contributes to the training and assessment of students and team members. The role requires compliance with organizational policies and standards, including requirements for the safe and secure handling of patients’ Protected Health Information. Other duties may be assigned, and department-specific duties are provided during orientation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology, from an accredited institution; required for high-complexity testing under CLIA ’88.
- Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in another field and an associate’s degree in clinical laboratory science, with ASCP or equivalent certification, are acceptable.
- At least 2 years of experience in a highly complex laboratory setting.
- Ability to keep organized, show initiative, work in a fast-paced environment, and multitask.
- Ability to initiate and maintain positive relationships with patients, customers, and coworkers.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently within the role and effectively with team members.
- Knowledge of standard laboratory policies and procedures, safety practices, and laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Ability to initiate problem-solving and troubleshoot issues independently.
- Ability to work independently in three or more laboratory sections or disciplines.
- Ability to effectively train students and new team members.
- Good understanding of laboratory operations.
Responsibilities
- Accurately and efficiently perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical laboratory testing processes.
- Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
- Perform and evaluate required quality control assessments before reporting patient results.
- Evaluate laboratory test results according to laboratory protocols to support quality patient care.
- Document laboratory activities according to policies and procedures.
- Maintain and demonstrate competency in assigned areas.
- Take responsibility for self-development and complete mandatory assignments within required timelines.
- Participate actively in departmental projects.
- Collaborate with the laboratory supervisor to support compliance with regulatory agency standards.
- Train students and new team members and serve as a resource for other technical team members.
- Assess team member competency as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned and comply with organizational policies and standards.
- Safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information and comply with related training, the UH Code of Conduct, and applicable policies and procedures.
