Laboratory Field Implementation Specialist

Medasource; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Medasource is seeking a Field Implementation Specialist to lead post-sales support during installation, implementation and training of clinical chemistry and immunoassay analyzers at client sites nationwide.

The role requires an on-site presence with up to 95% travel, including overnights, and an 18-month contract with potential extension or conversion. A relevant Associate’s degree and prior clinical lab or IT support experience are required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required in Medical Technology, IT, CS, or Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
• 3 years of experience in a clinical lab or IT support in a clinical lab environment.
• ASCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison for post-sales support during installation and implementation of analyzers at customer sites nationwide.
• Validate analyzer installations to ensure proper setup and functionality.
• Assess customer workflow and training needs to identify gaps and develop training plans.
• Deliver training to customers on platforms, processes, and expectations for implementation.

Skills

Customer communication

Time management

Independence

Travel flexibility

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Technology / IT / CS / CLS

ASCP certification (preferred)

Tools

Clinical chemistry analyzers

Immunoassay instruments

Job description

Position: Field Implementation Specialist

Contract: 18-month contract (potential extension up to 3 years, possible conversion)

Location: On-Site Role (95% travel, Mon-Fri, some overnight may be required)

Job Description:

A healthier future drives us to innovate and continuously advance science, ensuring everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. As a Field Implementation Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting this mission by serving as the primary liaison for post-sales customer support during the installation, implementation, and training of clinical chemistry and immunoassay analyzers and instruments at client sites nationwide. This entry-level, field-based position offers extensive mentorship and requires a high degree of independence, self-direction, and visibility. You will travel nationally up to 95% of the time, including overnight stays Monday through Friday, to deliver exceptional customer experiences and ensure successful solution adoption. This is a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on healthcare delivery while developing your technical and customer service skills in a dynamic, hands‑on environment. The position is an 18-month contract with the potential for extension up to 3 years or conversion to a permanent role.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Serve as the primary liaison providing post-sales customer support during installation and implementation of clinical chemistry and immunoassay analyzers/instruments at customer sites nationwide
• Validate analyzer installations to ensure proper setup and functionality
• Assess customer organizational structure, workflow, and knowledge to identify training gaps
• Develop and deliver training to customers on platforms, processes, and expectations, including planning and coordination for implementation
• Provide first-level troubleshooting and problem-solving for customer issues, escalating complex issues as needed
• Identify opportunities for new system consumables (e.g., reagents, primary antibodies, bio-markers, software) for clients
• Document and report on implementation progress, customer feedback, and issues encountered
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless customer experience and continuous improvement of implementation processes
• Maintain extensive onsite presence with up to 95% travel, including overnight stays Monday through Friday, to support a national client base
• Receive mentorship and guidance to develop expertise in clinical chemistry and immunoassay solutions

WHAT YOU BRING

• Associate’s degree in Medical Technology, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Clinical Laboratory Sciences
• 3 years of previous experience in a clinical laboratory or IT support in a clinical lab environment
• ASCP certification (preferred)
• Ability and willingness to rapidly gain and apply new knowledge, solutions, and skills for chemistry and IT solutions
• Effective customer communication skills (written and verbal), positive attitude, and ability to foster strong internal and external relationships
• Strong time-management, organization, and prioritization skills
• Ability to work independently as a field-based individual contributor with autonomy and self-direction
• Willingness and ability to travel nationally up to 95%, including overnight travel Monday through Friday
• Must reside within 50 miles of a major metropolitan airport in the US (no relocation provided)