Laboratory Technologist -Histopathology Core

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a full-time Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and complex laboratory procedures and ensure quality control. The role emphasizes accurate testing, timely reporting, and strong customer service within a collaborative lab team.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science and prefers ASCP certification. Excellent communication and adherence to safety protocols are essential to support quality patient

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science required.
• ASCP certification preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to a clinical lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex technical procedures in the laboratory information system.
• Maintains quality control, documentation, and timely reporting of results.
• Supports patient care through accurate testing and effective communication.
• Participates in training, competency assessments, and department initiatives.

Skills

Lab procedures

Quality control

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science

Tools

LIS (Lab Information System)

Job description

Overview

Schedule: Full-Time, 9AM-5:30PM with rotating weekends and holidays on call, Benefits Eligible

Overview

Schedule: Full-Time, 9AM-5:30PM with rotating weekends and holidays on call, Benefits Eligible

Job Description Summary

Performs accurate and timely processing, testing, and resulting. Provides preventive maintenance, quality control, and customer service.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Performs routine and complex technical procedures and functions in the laboratory information system in an adequate and timely manner; may include phlebotomy, specimen collection, processing, reporting, and storage. Performs preventive maintenance, supply upkeep, and quality control with appropriate documentation, coordination, and communication.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and upholds applicable laws and regulations related to position. Maintains knowledge of techniques, procedures, and protocols lab-wide and within lab section. Reviews and acknowledges procedures as required.
• Delivers service excellence, One Team collaboration, and quality patient care through adjusting communication styles to adapt to various cultural differences, addressing concerns by researching problems and identifying resolutions, using basic troubleshooting skills, and efficiently handling interruptions and functions with changing environments or circumstances.
• Maintains a safe environment. Wears appropriate personal protective equipment as designated by lab area. Reports spills and hazardous situations immediately and acts appropriately. Follows established guidelines for disclosure of patient information.
• Assists in process development and improvement within the department including participating in quality assurance, continuing education programs, department meetings, and special projects.
• Demonstrates the initiative and ability to provide feedback that is useful and assists in individual improvement. Assist with training and competency of employees, students, fellows, rotators, etc.

Education Requirement

Bachelor's Degree in medical laboratory science; or a chemical, physical, or biological science from an accredited institution, required.

Licensure Requirement

(not specified)

Certifications

American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification, preferred.

Skills

• Organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and computer skills.
• Demonstrates discipline-specific technical skills.
• Maintain and foster interpersonal relationships with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and independently promoting a team environment.

Experience

(not specified)

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel

FREQUENTLY: Chemicals/Medications, Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Machinery, Repetitive hand/arm use, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Color vision, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Decision Making, Depth perception, Flexing/extending of neck, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing - Far/near, Sitting, Standing

Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above

(not specified)

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet