Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist - Chemistry

Medical Laboratory Scientist, Senior I - Chemistry

Day Shift: 7 AM to 3:30 PM

As required by CLIA, testing personnel are responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting test results. Each individual performs only those tests authorized by the laboratory director that require a degree of skill appropriate to their education, training, experience, and technical abilities. They work independently in an efficient and organized manner to ensure accurate results and records. The role requires professional knowledge to accurately read and interpret test results used by providers in diagnosing and treating diseases.

The Medical Laboratory Scientist, Senior I, in their role as Technical Supervisor, Technical Consultant, or General Supervisor as defined by CLIA, may be delegated responsibility for the technical oversight of the laboratory, including day‑to‑day supervision of operations and personnel performing testing and reporting results. Under the general supervision of the Technical Director and Clinical Supervisors, the Senior Technologist I oversees assigned workstations, including Quality Control (QC) review, training, competency assessment of staff, and inventory management.

Does this position require patient care? No.

After successful completion of orientation, training, and competency assessment on all applicable instruments and methods:

• Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining patient test result records.
• Maintain records demonstrating that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance.
• Follow established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within acceptable performance levels.
• Identify problems that may affect test performance or result reporting and either correct them or immediately notify the appropriate supervisor, consultant, or director.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications (42 CFR 493.1425, 493.1495).

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, or Laboratory Sciences is required.

Medical Technologist (ASCP) [MLT, MT, MLA, Histologists] – American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP‑BOC) required.

Laboratory experience of 4 years required.

• Knowledge, both practical and theoretical, of tests and procedures necessary to review findings and advise and direct subordinates in action.
• Advanced level of analytical skills and judgment.
• Understanding of computer technology and its application to analytical procedures and quality control.
• Comprehensive understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance, and repair, and analytic techniques.
• Ability to work independently, evaluate situations and act appropriately.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Attention to detail and adherence to written protocols, including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.
• Team member capability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Professional and effective interaction with numerous staff including physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.
• Advanced knowledge of federal, state and accreditation requirements.

• Standing Frequently (34–66%)
• Walking Frequently (34–66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3–33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34–66%) 35 lbs+ (with assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34–66%) 20–35 lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3–33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3–33%)
• Climbing Rarely (less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34–66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3–33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3–33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3–33%)
• Crawling Rarely (less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34–66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34–66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34–66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67–100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (less than 2%)
• Vision – Far Constantly (67–100%)
• Vision – Near Constantly (67–100%)
• Talking Constantly (67–100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67–100%)

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.