Laboratory Scientist | Sign-On Bonus & Diagnostics

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $7,500

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System is offering a $7,500 sign-on bonus for offers accepted by Sept 30, 2026. We seek a Medical Laboratory Scientist to provide accurate, timely testing for physicians and health teams in our Richmond, VA laboratory.

The role performs high-complexity testing, operates and validates equipment, documents QC, and participates in education for staff, students and residents.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Entry Level Medical Laboratory Scientist Graduate
• Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays
• On-call availability for emergencies

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory tests according to procedures
• Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and validates lab equipment
• Performs, documents QC and follows QA guidelines
• Assists in educating and training laboratory personnel, students, and residents
• Maintains laboratory supplies and inventory
• May perform specimen collection and phlebotomy as applicable
• Ensures CAP and Joint Commission accreditation standards are met
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Laboratory testing

Equipment operation

Quality control

Staff training

Inventory management

Phlebotomy (as applicable)

Education

Bachelor's in CLS or biology with NAACLS-certified program

MSCLS preferred

Tools

CAP/JCAHO accreditation knowledge

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System is offering a $7,500 sign-on bonus for offers accepted by Sept 30, 2026. We seek a Medical Laboratory Scientist to provide accurate, timely testing for physicians and health teams in our Richmond, VA laboratory.

The role performs high-complexity testing, operates and validates equipment, documents QC, and participates in education for staff, students and residents.