Clinical Lab Scientist – Evening Shift (Pediatric Care)

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform a broad range of laboratory tests and procedures with accuracy and efficiency. The role emphasizes teamwork, lean process improvement, and commitment to patient care, safety, and quality.

The position supports ongoing professional development and participates in staff education, with an evening shift schedule and PRN sub-type as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science degree in a chemical, biological, clinical laboratory science or MLS from an accredited institution; or U.S. military MLS training; or CLIA 42 CFR 493.1489 compliant degree.
• ASCP or equivalent Medical Technologist/MLS certification.
• Ability to perform tests independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Processes orders and specimens, performs accurate testing procedures and reports results per SOPs.
• Follows hospital and departmental safety and compliance policies.
• Uses independent judgment and critical thinking in non-routine situations.
• Operates instruments per established protocols and conducts maintenance as needed.
• Correlates results with patient age/condition, identifies deviations, and resolves issues.
• Records and analyzes quality control data and maintains accuracy and precision.
• Maintains current professional skills and completes competency requirements.
• Conducts education and training for new staff.
• Participates in shift meetings and town halls; promotes lean culture and process improvements.
• Performs other duties as required by the department.

Skills

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor's of Science degree in a chemical, biological, clinical laboratory science or MLS

Job description

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform a broad range of laboratory tests and procedures with accuracy and efficiency. The role emphasizes teamwork, lean process improvement, and commitment to patient care, safety, and quality.

The position supports ongoing professional development and participates in staff education, with an evening shift schedule and PRN sub-type as needed.