Clinical Lab Scientist (MLS) - Microbiology & QC

ALSAC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to ensure prompt, accurate delivery of test results, support quality control, and maintain lab operations. The role includes documenting processes and participating in quality initiatives across lab shifts.

Minimum education requires a bachelor’s in medical technology or related sciences with a clinical lab training program. Certification within six months is required if not currently licensed in TN.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology/medical laboratory science or in one of the biological, chemical or physical sciences and completion of a medical laboratory training program required.
• Medical Laboratory skills obtained through clinical rotations or training are required.
• Medical Laboratory work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute prompt, efficient, and accurate performance, validation, and reporting of laboratory test results which are utilized for prognosis, diagnosis, treatment and research.
• Conduct ongoing documentation of all processes as required (e.g., QC, compliance, appropriate usage of material/ equipment/ PPE).
• Comply with document and record management requirements.
• Perform quality control activities (e.g., reagent, analyzer), document results and escalate as needed.
• Assist in set-up, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting activities for equipment within lab under guidance.
• Participate in ongoing lab inventory planning, monitoring, and management.
• Assist in updating assigned sections of the procedure and preventive maintenance manuals to reflect current practices.
• Collect quality data, as assigned, and assist in Quality Program initiatives as required.
• Comply with all standards/ requirements of hospital and licensing/ accrediting agencies.
• Inform supervisor of unusual observations or occurrences in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology/medical laboratory science or in one of the biological, chemical or physical sciences and completion of a medical laboratory training program

Job description

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to ensure prompt, accurate delivery of test results, support quality control, and maintain lab operations. The role includes documenting processes and participating in quality initiatives across lab shifts.

Minimum education requires a bachelor’s in medical technology or related sciences with a clinical lab training program. Certification within six months is required if not currently licensed in TN.