Laboratory Technical Specialist

Inova Health System; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Retirement match

Education assistance

Mental health support

Paid time off

Job summary

Inova Fairfax Hospital Campus is seeking a Laboratory Technical Specialist to join the Chemistry Lab team. This full-time day shift role supports MLS students and involves hands-on laboratory work.

The position emphasizes quality specimen handling, accurate data reporting, and collaboration with teammates while adhering to all regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science from a college/university recognized by regional or national accreditation. Other acceptable forms of education will follow the guidelines of ASCP/AMT Board certification For TA +

Responsibilities

• The Laboratory Technical Specialist ensures quality specimens for Laboratory testing by recognizing pre analytical factors that adversely affect patient results.
• Operates systems/methodologies in order to produce timely and accurate data for patients, quality control and proficiency testing.
• Reports clinical data accurately and efficiently is expected.
• Participates in departmental development by demonstrating operational knowledge and adhering to regulatory standards.
• Communicates effectively and working cooperatively with team members to optimize job performance and foster working relationships.
• Follows standard protocol for patient/donor identification and specimen/blood product labeling including final verification.
• Prepares and distributes specimens to departments according to specimen requirement and priority delivery.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Job description

Laboratory Technical Specialist

Inova Fairfax Hospital Campus is looking for a dedicated Laboratory Technician Specialist to join the Inova Chemistry Lab team working hands on with the MLS students. This role will be Full-Time Day Shift: Monday-Friday from 06:30am-3:00pm.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Featured Benefits:

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
• Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and more.

Job Responsibilities:

• The Laboratory Technical Specialist ensures quality specimens for Laboratory testing by recognizing pre analytical factors that adversely affect patient results.
• Operates systems/methodologies in order to produce timely and accurate data for patients, quality control and proficiency testing.
• Reports clinical data accurately and efficiently is expected.
• Participates in departmental development by demonstrating operational knowledge and adhering to regulatory standards.
• Communicates effectively and working cooperatively with team members to optimize job performance and foster working relationships.
• Follows standard protocol for patient/donor identification and specimen/blood product labeling including final verification.
• Prepares and distributes specimens to departments according to specimen requirement and priority delivery.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in science from a college/university recognized by regional or national accreditation agency. Other acceptable forms of education will follow the guidelines of ASCP/AMT Board certification For TA +
• Experience: 3 years of experience in an accredited laboratory under the supervision of a pathologist certified by the American Board of Pathology
• Certification: American Medical Technologist (AMT) or American Society Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board certification consistent with scope of responsibility to include: Medical Lab Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Lab Technician (MLT), Histotechnician (HT), Histotechnologist (HTL).