Medical Laboratory Scientist Intermediate

Under direct supervision, responsible for providing technical skills in organizing and performing various medical laboratory procedures and clinical laboratory techniques.

• Excellent customer service for both internal and external customers.
• Knowledge of general laboratory, safety and quality control, principles, techniques, and terminology, and use of complex medical equipment.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a Laboratory Information System.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required.

Experience:

• Three (3) years of experience is required.  

Licenses/Certifications:

• Required to obtain MLS certification within one year of hire.

• Performs routine laboratory procedures recognizing deviation from expected results.
• Analyzes and corrects problems with the assistance of more senior personnel.
• Performs Quality Control and calibrations on instruments.
• Performs weekly preventative maintenance on laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Accessions samples for in-house testing and referral laboratory testing.
• Secures media and supplies for clinical testing or research studies and manages supply requests.
• Assists in the review and revision of laboratory policies and procedures and in the preparation for laboratory inspections by various regulatory/accrediting agencies.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.