Clinical Lab Scientist – Diagnostics & Quality Care

Mary Washington Healthcare Incorporated; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking a Laboratory Technologist to perform routine and specialized tests to support physicians in diagnosis and patient care. The role requires rigor in quality control and accurate data entry, with collaboration across departments.

You will participate in proficiency testing, assist with new instrumentation evaluation, and help train new associates while maintaining inventory and timely reporting of results. Evening/weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology required, or Bachelor's degree with ASCP certification for Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist or eligible.
• ASCP certification required or eligible.
• One to two years relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory testing per established procedures.
• Perform quality control on instruments, reagents, and maintenance.
• Evaluate abnormal results and resolve instrument problems to ensure valid results.
• Enter test results accurately in the laboratory information system for timely reporting.
• Perform proficiency testing for compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Interface with physicians and departments regarding test results and analyses.
• Assist with evaluation of new instrumentation and procedures to stay current with technology.
• Assist training and orientation for new Associates and participate in proficiency testing.
• Monitor supplies and inventory levels to ensure continuous operation.
• Collect and label blood specimens in accordance with department needs.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Data entry

Critical thinking

Education

BSc Medical Technology

ASCP certification

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking a Laboratory Technologist to perform routine and specialized tests to support physicians in diagnosis and patient care. The role requires rigor in quality control and accurate data entry, with collaboration across departments.

You will participate in proficiency testing, assist with new instrumentation evaluation, and help train new associates while maintaining inventory and timely reporting of results. Evening/weekend coverage may be required.