Medical Laboratory Scientist I / Medical Laboratory Scientist II (Hybrid Posting) - Core Labs
About The Position
UNC Health is recruiting for either a Medical Laboratory Scientist I or Medical Laboratory Scientist II, with the level determined by the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The Core Laboratory includes Chemistry, Toxicology, Blood Gas Analysis, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Automated Hematology and Manual Hematology (including Smear Review and Body Fluid Analysis), and Specimen Processing. The position performs laboratory testing and related quality, equipment, specimen, and workflow activities at the level appropriate to the role and demonstrated competency. The employee reports laboratory results, consults with healthcare providers as needed, may serve as a technical resource, and participates in training and special projects. The position is onsite in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, with an evening work schedule and 40 standard hours per week. It is a state position employed by UNC Health Care System and is eligible for the Clinical Laboratory Incentive Program and UNC Health benefits.
Requirements
- For Medical Laboratory Scientist I: Bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, or a bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science, or an associate’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technology.
- For Medical Laboratory Scientist I: No prior professional laboratory experience required.
- For Medical Laboratory Scientist II: Bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, or a bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science, or an associate’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technology.
- For Medical Laboratory Scientist II with an associate’s degree: MLT (ASCP) or MLT (AMT) certification required.
- For Medical Laboratory Scientist II with a bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science: ASCP categorical certification in the specialty area required.
- For Medical Laboratory Scientist II with a bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science: MT/MLS (ASCP) or MT/MLS (AMT) certification required.
- For Medical Laboratory Scientist II with an associate’s degree and MLT certification: two years of experience required.
- For Medical Laboratory Scientist II with a bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science and categorical certification: two years of experience required.
- For Medical Laboratory Scientist II with a bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and MT/MLS certification: no experience required.
Responsibilities
- Perform waived/point-of-care, moderate, and high-complexity CLIA testing as appropriate to role and demonstrated competency.
- Investigate and resolve problems with equipment, test results, specimens, and/or workflow.
- Perform quality control and proficiency testing and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory testing.
- Prepare reagents and assist in preparing standard and control materials.
- Monitor reagent inventory and assist in maintaining laboratory supplies.
- Review test results to ensure accurate reporting and timely correction of errors.
- Report laboratory results and consult or confer with healthcare providers as needed.
- Participate on teams and/or perform special projects or assignments.
- Participate in education and training of new employees and other learners, as appropriate to role.
- Serve as a technical resource and work under direction or independently based on experience level.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- UNC Health benefits
- Eligibility for the Clinical Laboratory Incentive Program
- Eligible employees presently employed by another North Carolina agency and participating in TSERS or ORP may continue participating in those plans at UNC Health
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
