Lead Medical Lab Scientist — MLS Team Leader

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, vision, prescription

Paid time off and family leave

Tuition assistance and professional ed

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Lead Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) for St. Francis Downtown.

The role oversees a full range of laboratory testing, supporting the Technical Specialist and ensuring quality results with diverse clinical equipment. The candidate will have a BS in a CLS-related field and MLS certification (or eligibility by ASCP), with at least 2 years of clinical lab experience (5 years preferred).

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical Science, Biology or Biochemistry through a CLIA-approved program.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical lab experience.
• 5 years of clinical lab experience preferred but not required.
• MLS certification or eligible by ASCP is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs the duties of a Medical Lab Scientist.
• Assists Technical Specialist with implementation of new procedures and policies.
• Coordinates proficiency testing to ensure timely testing and review.
• Recommends system changes to improve efficiency and accuracy of workflow.
• Manages department schedules and updates time/schedule as needed.
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Education

BS in Clinical Laboratory Science / MLS / Biomedical Science (CLIA-approved program)

Tools

ASCP certification

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Lead Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) for St. Francis Downtown.

The role oversees a full range of laboratory testing, supporting the Technical Specialist and ensuring quality results with diverse clinical equipment. The candidate will have a BS in a CLS-related field and MLS certification (or eligibility by ASCP), with at least 2 years of clinical lab experience (5 years preferred).