Medical Lab Scientist IV - Satellite Laboratories

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist (MLS/MT) to join our Clinical Laboratory team in Wilmington, NC. The role covers performing MLS/MT duties, operating instrumentation, managing inventory, and engaging in vendor relationships, procedure development, and quality initiatives.

The candidate will provide technical leadership and training to staff and students, oversee maintenance and testing of equipment, and ensure compliance with accreditation and safety

Qualifications

• 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. NAACLS accredited MT program preferred.
• If graduated before 1987, two-year certification is recognized as MT.
• ASCP or AMT (BB, C, H, MT/MLS, M, MB) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of MLS/MT as defined by the department.
• Key operator of specified instrumentation, inventory management, and vendor relationships.
• Develop procedures and oversee maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Provide technical leadership and instruction to team members and students.
• Develop and monitor quality standards and programs; ensure accreditation, safety, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Medical terminology

Laboratory equipment troubleshooting

Laboratory testing

Emergency response

Quality assurance

Interpersonal relationships

Instrumentation literacy

Follow protocols

Independent work

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field

NAACLS accredited MT program preferred

ASCP/AMT MT/MLS certification required

Pre-1987 certification recognition

Job description

What We Offer

Clinical Laboratory: The team member is responsible for performing all duties of an MLS/MT as defined by the department. The team member will also have a combination of responsibilities which may include but not be limited to: Key operator of specified instrumentation, inventory management, management of vendor relationships, and procedure development. The team member provides technical expertise and responds to technical questions; teaches, trains, and demonstrates laboratory protocols and methods, to include proper use of equipment and instrumentation. Responsible for complex problem solving of technical, computer, interdepartmental, and quality issues. Provides technical leadership and instruction to team members and students, to include oversight of maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment and instrumentation to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and safety of performance. Aids in the development of quality standards and programs; monitors and maintains quality of laboratory operations and performance of laboratory team members in compliance with accreditation standards, safety and environmental regulations and other applicable requirements.

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:
  • Medical Laboratory Scientist: Four years of relevant Laboratory experience, preferred.
  • Minimum three years of experience as laboratory scientist including two years with moderate complexity testing, OR Minimum two years of experience with oversight of point of care testing, required.
• Licensure/Certification: Scientist Cert from ASCP or AMT (BB, C, H, MT/MLS, M, MB), required.
• Additional Skills/Requirements (required):
• Clinical Laboratory:
  • 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.

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