Medical Laboratory Scientist II

Job Title:

Medical Laboratory Scientist II – Cleveland, OH – Monday to Friday, 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, with rotational weekends.

Department:
Clinical Laboratory – Auto Chemistry.

Pay range: $33.00+ per hour; eligible for shift differential (10 % × second shift, 15 % × third shift). Annual performance bonus potential.

Benefits Information:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees 30+ hrs.
• Best‑in‑class well‑being programs.
• Annual, no‑cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®.
• healthy
  
  MINDS mental health program.
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time.
• 6 holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off.
• Fin Fit financial coaching and services.
• 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5 % after 12 months of service.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy‑up option.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Annual incentive plans.
• Matching gifts program.
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• and so much more!

• Demonstrate proficiency in all areas of testing and troubleshoot all applicable instruments/procedures.
• Support department in quality control, troubleshooting complex problems, customer support, instrument/equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and special projects.
• Perform and report assigned analytical tests per SOP, ensuring quality control requirements are met.
• Support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analysis, reporting, and record keeping of patient test results.
• Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround time of results including STAT or critical results to clients.
• Ensure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and, if applicable, opened dates.
• Perform and document QC analysis to ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function; make quality control decisions regarding assay or test disposition.
• Inform supervisory personnel of all problems associated with proper performance of test procedures.
• Report any actual or potential deviation from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate fully with any investigation of same.
• Enter test results into Laboratory Information System for standardized report to be generated for physician review and interpretation.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• May assist supervisor with training of other laboratory personnel.
• Adhere to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
• May be required, in the absence of a Supervisor, to assume lead responsibilities if qualified and delegated.
• Other duties as assigned; this is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

• Required
  
  Work Experience:
  
  One (1) year full‑time experience or training in high‑complexity testing in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Preferred
  
  Work Experience:
  
  Minimum of 3 years clinical experience with most current year in present department.
• Physical And Mental Requirements:
  • Normal performance may require lifting and carrying objects: 1–10 lb frequently; 11–25 lb occasionally; 36–50 lb seldom; over 50 lb not to be lifted without assistance.
  • Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods.
  • Frequent walking and/or standing.
  • May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses demanding significant manual dexterity.
• Knowledge:
  • Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty.
  • Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
  • BS/BA in Medical Technology, Chemistry or Biology, or Associate’s degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or previously qualified as a Technologist under…