Senior Laboratory Scientist

Sentara; England; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Sr. Laboratory Scientist to join their team in Norfolk. This role involves performing vital laboratory testing, interpreting results, and ensuring the lab meets accreditation standards. With a generous sign-on bonus and a focus on professional growth, this position offers a supportive environment dedicated to enhancing work-life balance and career advancement. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in medical technology or biological sciences, along with relevant certifications. Join a team committed to improving health every day in a state-of-the-art facility.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

401k/403B with Employer Match

Reimbursement for Adoption, Fertility, and Surrogacy

Emergency Backup Care

Long-Term and Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Reimbursement for certifications

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in laboratory settings.
• ASCP or AMT certification required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and interpret results.
• Manage daily technical operations and staff training.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Scientific Knowledge

Staff Training

Accreditation Readiness

Education

Bachelor's in Medical Technology

Bachelor's in Biology/Chemical Science

Job description

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA is hiring an experienced Sr. Laboratory Scientist to work full days in Transplant.

Generous Sign-on Bonus up to $20,000 for qualified candidates!

As a Sr. Laboratory Scientist, duties include performing laboratory testing, interpreting test results using scientific knowledge, and recommending contingency testing. You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing daily technical operations, including staff training, implementation of instrumentation, and ensuring accreditation readiness.

Education

• Bachelor's in medical technology or Biology/Chemical Science

Certification/Licensure

• ASCP or AMT certification

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience
• Transplant experience preferred

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Reimbursement for Adoption, Fertility, and Surrogacy up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and access to CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan

Here at Sentara, we are committed to enhancing training, career advancement, work-life benefits, and more to make you feel excited to be here every day!

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility, home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School.

Our hospital offers a high-quality heart program, Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance, and other specialized services. Recognized as an accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, we specialize in heart and vascular care, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women's health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion, and belonging within its nearly 30,000-member workforce. We are committed to reflecting the communities we serve.

In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.

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