Medical Laboratory Scientist - MT/MLT Norfolk

US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in cancer care is seeking a dedicated MLS/MLT/MT professional to join their team in Norfolk. This role involves critical laboratory responsibilities, including specimen handling, analysis, and maintaining quality control standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical technology, with an associate's or bachelor's degree and relevant experience. This position offers a chance to contribute to a vital healthcare service in a collaborative environment, ensuring high-quality patient care and laboratory efficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree for MLT or Bachelor's for MT required.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing.
• Perform analysis of Chemistry, Hematology, and Immunology specimens.
• Maintain and operate laboratory equipment and document QC activities.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Specimen handling

Quality control

Phlebotomy

Education

Associate's degree in medical technology

Bachelor's degree in medical technology

Job description

Overview

Virginia Oncology Associates, the largest group of medical professionals in Hampton Roads and Northeast North Carolina devoted exclusively to cancer care and blood disorders, has an exciting opportunity for a MLS/MLT/MT to support our office in Norfolk.

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Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, reporting, and record maintenance. Send specimens to reference labs for tests not performed in-house. Process incoming lab testing orders, including reference laboratory specimens.
• Assist with special procedures as needed (e.g., bone marrow procedures).
• Perform analysis of Chemistry, Hematology, and Immunology specimens.
• Maintain and operate laboratory equipment, conducting routine maintenance as scheduled.
• Adhere to quality control policies, document all QC activities, calibrations, and maintenance, and record lot numbers of controls and reagents.
• Participate in proficiency testing annually by analyzing samples and reporting results.
• Prepare peripheral blood smears and perform WBC differential.
• Examine urinary sediment microscopically, record results, and process specimens for send-out testing.
• Follow policies when test systems deviate from performance standards, identify problems, correct or notify supervisor, and document corrective actions.
• Maintain documentation per quality assurance, including logs and records, and verify critical results with proper follow-up.
• Manage supplies inventory, prepare reagents, and restock as needed.
• Process and chart in-house and incoming results accurately and timely.
• Identify and band patients for blood transfusions, process labeled specimens per blood bank policy.
• Assist with phlebotomy and specimen collection, ensuring pre-authorization and consent forms are completed.
• Follow OSHA and universal precautions, comply with regulatory standards, and maintain patient and staff confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in medical technology or laboratory science required for MLT.
• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or laboratory science required for MT (MLS).
• Minimum three years of relevant experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel between sites is required.
• Current state license if applicable.
• Certification through AMT, ASCP, or equivalent preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment details omitted for brevity, but should be included as per original for completeness.