Medical Lab Scientist: High-Complexity Testing & QC

Atlantic Health System; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System in Morristown, NJ seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to process specimens, perform high- and moderate-complexity testing, troubleshoot issues, and report accurate results under supervision. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance and teamwork to support patient care and efficient workflow.

Responsibilities include specimen processing and accessioning, testing per SOPs, result reporting with clinical correlation, proficiency testing, inventory management, training of

Qualifications

• Experience with high- or moderate-complexity testing.
• Familiarity with clinical laboratory quality control procedures.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry and result reporting.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens and evaluate test orders for acceptability.
• Perform testing per SOPs and report accurate results.
• Maintain and calibrate instrumentation per procedures.
• Participate in proficiency testing and quality audits.
• Assist with training of team members and students.
• Ensure safety standards and regulatory compliance.

Skills

HIS/LIS proficiency

Quality control practices

Proficiency testing participation

Inventory management

Training and mentoring

Tools

HIS/LIS software systems

Job description

Atlantic Health System in Morristown, NJ seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to process specimens, perform high- and moderate-complexity testing, troubleshoot issues, and report accurate results under supervision. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance and teamwork to support patient care and efficient workflow.

Responsibilities include specimen processing and accessioning, testing per SOPs, result reporting with clinical correlation, proficiency testing, inventory management, training of