Clinical Lab Scientist - Onsite Precision Diagnostics

Akron Children's Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and complex laboratory testing, ensuring accuracy and clinical relevance to support diagnoses and treatments. The role involves processing physician-ordered tests, applying scientific judgment, and collaborating with the team to maintain high-quality lab information.

Responsibilities include specimen collection, test prioritization, equipment calibration, quality control, staff training, and adherence to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related science with internship or equivalent experience.
• ASCP Technologist certification or eligibility as required by criteria.
• 2 years of relevant laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and evaluate specimens following procedures.
• Prioritize and evaluate varying test requests efficiently.
• Perform laboratory tests across complexities with accuracy.
• Interpret results with clinical context and communicate findings.
• Monitor quality control, calibrate, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Assist with new methods and equipment validation; document actions.
• Train new staff and perform competence assessments.
• Maintain safe, clean work area and participate in education efforts.
• Provide care aligned with patient needs across age groups.
• Undertake other duties as required.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

ASCP Technologist Certification

2 years of relevant experience

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and complex laboratory testing, ensuring accuracy and clinical relevance to support diagnoses and treatments. The role involves processing physician-ordered tests, applying scientific judgment, and collaborating with the team to maintain high-quality lab information.

Responsibilities include specimen collection, test prioritization, equipment calibration, quality control, staff training, and adherence to