Medical Lab Scientist 2

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Health and wellness offerings

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist for the night shift from 6pm to 4:30am, Monday to Thursday. This role involves performing and evaluating lab test results, developing procedures, and ensuring accuracy to aid in patient treatment.

The ideal candidate will hold a Medical Technologist certification and have experience in a relevant field. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Certification as LIC‑Medical Technologist from ASCP is required.
• Less than 1 year of relevant work experience expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing in accordance with turnaround time policy.
• Maintain specimen integrity from receipt through testing and storage.
• Report critical values to physicians upon verification.

Skills

Medical Technologist certification

Laboratory testing procedures

Quality control activities

Problem-solving initiative

Inventory management

Education

Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program

Job description

Job Summary

Night shift 6pm-4:30am Mon‑Thurs. Medical Lab Scientist responsible for performing and evaluating test results, developing and modifying procedures, and collaborating with laboratory director to ensure accuracy of test results. Performs laboratory testing in accordance with turnaround time policy to aid physician in timely patient treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs general housekeeping duties to keep work areas safe from contamination and physical hazards.
• Continuously cooperates with co‑workers and other hospital departments to ensure customers are very satisfied.
• Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting activities in areas of demonstrated competency.
• Takes initiative to update procedure manuals as changes are required.
• Demonstrates coaching, mentoring, and education capabilities with MT, MLT, medical students, phlebotomists, and laboratory assistants.
• Actively participates in and supports co‑workers participating in Community Cares initiatives.
• Works with students and other interested persons to promote the clinical laboratory profession.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude at all times.
• Performs daily quality control activities in areas of demonstrated competency.
• Participates in quality assurance programs.
• Performs proficiency testing in areas of demonstrated competency.
• Reports critical values to appropriate physician or nursing service upon verification of result.
• Shows awareness of how patient age and other factors can affect test results.
• Maintains specimen integrity from receipt through testing and storage.
• Participates in continuing education activities.
• Takes problem‑solving initiative.
• Takes a proactive approach to learning new procedures and/or laboratory areas, including LIS.
• Recognizes opportunities to reduce reagent waste and unnecessary test repeats.
• Manages inventory, time, and workflow efficiently.
• Recognizes and reports laboratory compliance issues, including potential fraud, over‑ or under‑billing, CPT coding changes or discrepancies, and questionable medical necessity.

Position Qualifications

• Certifications: LIC‑Medical Technologist – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
• Relevant work experience.
• Experience level: Less than 1 year.
• Education: Graduate of an approved discipline‑specific program (Required).

Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well‑being and professional growth.

EEO Statement

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.