Medical Laboratory Scientist Expert

Live Well Homecare; Shamokin (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform and report analyses from multiple specimen sources in a state-of-the-art laboratory.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field or Medical Technology certification, at least four years MLS experience, and strong troubleshooting, interpretation, and training skills.

You will work in a clinical environment, ensuring high-quality laboratory services and adherence to policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related scientific field or Medical Technology certification.
• Minimum of four years MLS experience.
• Ability to perform technical duties, interpret results, and participate in educational activities.
• Successful completion of competency exams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert at the instrument or platform level.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical instrument issues.
• Make operational decisions in the absence of the Analytical Specialist or Team Leader.
• Assist with evaluation, validation, and implementation of new products, assays, and methods.
• Train employees and participate in quality control, proficiency testing, and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with procedures, competency, and proficiency requirements.
• Interpret specialized testing as appropriate.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Team training

Quality compliance

Educational outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related scientific field

Medical Technology certification or equivalent experience

Job description

Join our team as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, performing and reporting various analyses from multiple specimen sources in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Serving as a technical expert at the instrument or platform level
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical instrument issues
• Making operational decisions in the absence of the Analytical Specialist or Team Leader
• Assisting with the evaluation, validation, and implementation of new products, assays, and methods
• Training employees and participating in quality control, proficiency testing, and inventory management
• Ensuring compliance with procedures, competency, and proficiency requirements
• Interpreting specialized testing as appropriate

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in a related scientific field or Medical Technology with certification or experience as specified
• Minimum of four years of MLS experience
• Ability to perform technical duties, interpret results, and participate in educational activities
• Successful completion of competency exams

Skills and attributes:

• Strong technical troubleshooting and decision-making skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and train team members
• Commitment to quality and continuous learning

This role involves working primarily in a clinical environment, ensuring high-quality laboratory services, and complying with organizational policies. Additional department-specific skills may be required based on orientation and responsibilities.