Medical Lab Scientist II, Transfusion Medicine

UNC Health Care; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Care in Chapel Hill, NC is seeking a laboratory professional to perform diverse patient testing and support the transfusion medicine service. This role emphasizes accuracy, problem solving, and independent work within a CLIA-regulated environment.

The position requires a laboratory science degree with appropriate ASCP/AMT certification paths. It offers full-time status and a 40-hour work week onsite in UNC Medical Center's Transfusion Medicine Service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree in a clinical/medical laboratory science field or related chemical/biological science.
• ASCP/AMT certification applicable to the degree path.
• Two years of experience if holding an associated degree in clinical lab science or related field; no experience required for MT/MLS-certified bachelor's degree path.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates advanced level competencies in producing accurate laboratory test results across CLIA testing scope.
• Maintains and investigates equipment, test results, specimens, and workflow issues.
• Works independently while applying laboratory knowledge and critical decision making.
• Evaluates testing requests for appropriateness and determines diagnostic testing needs.
• Participates on teams or in special projects and serves as a technical resource.
• Performs quality control, proficiency testing, and monitors testing accuracy and precision.
• Prepares reagents and assists with standard and control material preparation.
• Monitors reagent levels and manages supply inventory.
• Participates in training and teaching of learners and new staff.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Biological Science

Associate's Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

UNC Health Care in Chapel Hill, NC is seeking a laboratory professional to perform diverse patient testing and support the transfusion medicine service. This role emphasizes accuracy, problem solving, and independent work within a CLIA-regulated environment.

The position requires a laboratory science degree with appropriate ASCP/AMT certification paths. It offers full-time status and a 40-hour work week onsite in UNC Medical Center's Transfusion Medicine Service.