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VCU Health

Academic medical center delivering patient care

Laboratory Scientist/MLS/CLS/MT - Hematology, Nights

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeRichmond, VA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science from an accredited program; or a bachelor's degree in a biological science plus graduation from an NAACLS-accredited CLS/MT certificate program; or a bachelor's degree in a biological science with at least five years of on-the-job training in a hospital healthcare environment in a specific laboratory discipline performing high-complexity testing, with categorical or generalist certification.
  • Current certification as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP, Clinical Laboratory Scientist by NCA or AMT, or equivalent ASCP categorical certification.
  • Certification must be obtained within six months of graduation for MLS graduates hired upon graduation.
  • Maintain required certification and complete credential-maintenance continuing-education hours, except ASCP-certified individuals certified before January 1, 2004.
  • Ability to work rotating weekends and holiday schedules, and provide on-call availability for emergency coverage on any shift.
  • Exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn infection-control policies.
  • Previous Medical Technologist, Clinical Lab Scientist, or Medical Lab Scientist experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Perform laboratory tests according to established procedures.
  • Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and validate laboratory equipment.
  • Perform and document quality control, and follow established quality-assurance guidelines.
  • Assist in educating and training laboratory personnel, students, and residents.
  • Maintain laboratory supplies and inventory.
  • Perform specimen collection, specimen processing, and phlebotomy as applicable to the specific work location.
  • Ensure the laboratory maintains accreditation standards from the College of American Pathologists, The Joint Commission, and other accrediting agencies as required.
  • Provide accurate and timely testing and results to requesting physicians and other healthcare professionals for diagnosis and treatment of disease.
  • Analyze a variety of biological specimens and perform complex laboratory tests.
  • Provide equitable care appropriate to the age and needs of patients served on the assigned unit, applying knowledge of lifespan growth and development and interpreting patient-status data to identify care requirements.
  • Travel by car to off-site locations as required, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science from an accredited program.
  • Previous Medical Technologist, Clinical Lab Scientist, or Medical Lab Scientist experience.

About the Company

VCU Health

Academic medical center delivering patient care

VCU Health is an academic medical center with over 12,500 employees affiliated with Virginia Commonwealth University. It provides patient care, education, research, and medical training, combining clinical services with teaching and discovery. Care is delivered through a hospital and affiliated facilities by clinicians, researchers, and trainees. The goal is to improve patient outcomes and community health by delivering high-quality care while advancing medical knowledge and training the next generation of health professionals.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Richmond, VA
Founded
1838

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