Medical Lab Scientist I- Core Lab Generalist

Novant Health; Hilton Head Island (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is hiring a laboratory scientist to perform complex testing and quality control, ensuring accurate results while maintaining meticulous records. The role includes training staff and supporting instrument implementations, with responsibilities spanning equipment maintenance and process improvements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or a related field, ASCP/AMT certification, and at least one year of laboratory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or related field.
• Certification within 12 months if not already certified.
• Knowledge of medical terminology for lab procedures and results.
• Experience with a full range of laboratory tests and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory testing with quality control and troubleshooting to ensure accurate results.
• Maintain records, process requisitions, and prepare reports in compliance with regulations.
• Train students and new staff and support instrument implementations.
• Manage supplies, inventory, and assist with process improvements.

Skills

Medical terminology

Laboratory instrumentation

Quality assurance

Communication

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors degree in medical technology or related science

Tools

ASCP/AMT certification

Job description

What We Offer

Team member is responsible for analytical evaluation of blood and body fluids, performing all laboratory procedures to include quality control, specimen collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of laboratory results. The team member must be able to make decisions and solve problems. The team member will assist in the evaluation of new/modified techniques when required. They will advise and assist in the orientation and training of other personnel on equipment and software, as necessary.

What You'll Do

• Laboratory Testing: Perform complex laboratory testing, quality control, equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting to ensure accurate results.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain laboratory records, process requisitions, prepare reports, and follow regulatory and safety standards.
• Training & Development: Maintain technical competency, train students and new staff, and support new instrument implementations.
• Operations: Manage supplies and inventory, assist with process improvements, and evaluate new testing methods.
• Teamwork & Support: Provide technical assistance, communicate effectively with healthcare teams, and support daily laboratory operations, including shift oversight when assigned.
• Safety & Patient Experience: Follow safety protocols and promote professional, respectful, patient-centered service.

What We're Looking For

• Education:4 Year / Bachelors Degree, required.
  • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science or equivalent. Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Medical Technology or MT program Preferred.
  • If graduated before 1987, two-year certification is recognized as MT.
• Experience:One year experience as laboratory scientist. (Clinical internships of 12 months duration meet this requirement), preferred.
• Licensure/Certification:Scientist Cert from ASCP or AMT (BB, C, H, MT/MLS, M, MB), required.
• Additional Skills Required:
  • New graduates and new hires must obtain certification within 12 months of hire. Failure to do so will result in termination of employment.
  • All individuals who are newly certified ASCP beginning January 1, 2004, must participate and maintain ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) through the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). All individuals who are newly certified AMT beginning January 1, 2006, must participate and maintain AMT Certification Continuation Program (CCP).
  • Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tests and communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results.
  • Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
  • Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests.
  • Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations.
  • Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public.
  • Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field.
  • Ability to follow written protocols.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to communicate clearly.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

119935