Medical Lab Scientist

Medical Lab Scientist 2

Vanderbilt University Medical Center – Nashville, Tennessee.
TVC Lab

Performs routine and complex clinical pathology testing and instrument management to support laboratory services. Responsibilities include accurate record keeping, timely result delivery, and ensuring the reliability of laboratory test methodologies which contribute to patient diagnosis, treatment, and care outcomes.

• Provides patient‑focused care through accurate performance of routine and complex tests across pre‑analytic, analytic, and post‑analytic stages.
• Performs qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures, including reagent preparation and quality control, following protocols with precision and efficiency.
• Demonstrates a deep knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments, and of physiological conditions affecting test results.
• Supports laboratory functions and may be assigned additional duties as needed.

• Data Analysis – novice level proficiency in data extraction, querying, and reporting.
• Quality Assurance – able to evaluate work processes and contribute improvement ideas.
• Equipment Maintenance – maintains laboratory equipment, ensuring inventory adequacy.
• Diagnostic Testing – proficient in delivering accurate test results.
• Mentoring & Coaching – trains and mentors others, providing constructive feedback.

• Executes responsibilities with awareness of impact on related teams.
• Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience.
• Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

• Develops self and others, building and maintaining relationships.
• Communicates effectively, solving complex problems and providing meaningful support.
• Ensures high quality, continuous improvement, and safety compliance.
• Manages resources and makes data‑driven decisions.
• Fosters innovation and adapts to change.

Same as Key Responsibilities, as listed above.

• LIC – Medical Laboratory Act, Tennessee
• Medical Laboratory Scientist – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Medical Technologist – American Medical Technologists (AMT)

Relevant work experience in a clinical laboratory setting.

Less than 1 year.

Bachelor’s degree required.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Medical Practices and Hospitals

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE / Vets / Disabled.

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