Clinical Laboratory Scientist: Precision Testing & Patient Care

UMC Health System; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits w/Employer Match

PTO & Extended Illness

On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)

Job summary

UMC Health System seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist I to test patient specimens and ensure accuracy of results, reporting to the Supervisor, Medical Laboratory. The role involves preparing specimens, maintaining QC, and ensuring compliance with CAP, AABB, DNV, and FDA requirements.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or Clinical Lab and involves standing for long periods, with potential heavy lifting; strong English communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or Clinical Lab is required.
• Strong understanding of correct procedures for patient identification, labeling, and sampling.
• Ability to articulate testing procedures and ensure sample adequacy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens for testing.
• Test patient specimens and ensure QC levels are maintained.
• Ensure compliance with CAP, AABB, DNV, and FDA requirements as applicable.
• Perform equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Carry out other duties related to the medical laboratory.

Skills

Specimen identification

Computer proficiency

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or Clinical Lab

Job description

UMC Health System seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist I to test patient specimens and ensure accuracy of results, reporting to the Supervisor, Medical Laboratory. The role involves preparing specimens, maintaining QC, and ensuring compliance with CAP, AABB, DNV, and FDA requirements.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or Clinical Lab and involves standing for long periods, with potential heavy lifting; strong English communication and computer skills are essential.