Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist- Transfusion Services

Sentara Health•Harrisonburg, VA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Sentara RMH Medical Center is hiring an experienced Sr. Laboratory Scientist to work full days (0600-1430) in the Clinical Lab in Transfusion (Blood Bank). This role involves performing laboratory testing and interpreting results using scientific knowledge and principles. The scientist will recommend contingency testing and be directly responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing daily technical operations, including staff training, instrumentation implementation, and accreditation readiness. A generous sign-on bonus of up to $20,000 is available for qualified candidates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in medical technology or Biology/Chemical Science (required)
ASCP, AMT, or AAB certification (required)
3 years of laboratory experience (required)
Blood bank/Transfusion experience

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory testing and interpret test results using scientific knowledge and principles of test procedures and disease processes.
Recommend contingency testing.
Develop, maintain, and manage daily technical operations.
Oversee staff training and education.
Implement instrumentation.
Ensure accreditation readiness.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Annual discretionary bonus may be earned if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met