Medical Laboratory Scientist - Martha Morehouse Medical Plaza

The Ohio State University

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Lab Professional 2 will provide primary support to the Martha Morehouse Laboratory, and secondary support to ancillary James’ laboratory locations as needed. The Martha Morehouse Laboratory provides comprehensive, time sensitive laboratory services to patients with a variety of diagnoses or admission/discharge criteria. The Martha Morehouse laboratory staff performs testing on patient specimens utilizing chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and coagulation analyzers. The laboratory provides training for residents, new staff and medical technology students. The laboratory is staffed 10 hours per day, Monday through Friday with hours varying according to workflow and holidays.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology AND Bachelor's degree in a chemical or biological science.
• 0 years of relevant experience required.
• ASCP certification required within 1 year of hire.
• Meets mandatory hospital education and health surveillance requirements.
• Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal, and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine automated and manual testing procedures.
• Dispatches specimens to appropriate testing locations.
• Performs test requisition entry.
• Ensures accuracy of test results.
• Documents quality control, quality assurance and preventative maintenance on instrumentation.
• Verifies reports, test requests, and accuracy and quality of specimens collected.
• Trains others in these techniques.
• Handles phone inquiries regarding patient results, specimen collection and testing frequency.

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
• Education Level: Associate degree