Medical Laboratory Scientist I

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Chestertown (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform waived, moderate and high complexity testing under direct supervision. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to generate accurate results and maintain proper records.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment, reviewing quality control data, and ensuring compliance with CLIA, TJC, CAP and FDA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required or completion of Military Laboratory Technician program.
• ASCP or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing using manual and automated processes.
• Identifies and resolves analytical problems, troubleshoots equipment issues and takes corrective action in evaluating testing procedures and patient results.
• Reviews quality control data and determines acceptability of testing, patient results and instrument function.
• Responds to clinical and customer concerns, maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
• Attends mandatory education, training, and in-service meetings specific to department.

Skills

Laboratory testing

QA/QC knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Tools

Manual & automated testing equipment

Quality control instrumentation

Job description

Job Requirements

Under direct supervision, performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing. Maintains proper records and utilizes resources to generate acceptable test results. Functions effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Job Requirements

Under direct supervision, performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing. Maintains proper records and utilizes resources to generate acceptable test results. Functions effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Primary Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.

• Performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing using manual and automated processes. Complies with all regulatory agency guidelines (CLIA 88, TJC, CAP, FDA, etc.) and addresses concerns as needed.
• Identifies and resolves analytical problems, troubleshoots equipment issues and takes corrective action in evaluating testing procedures, patient results and specimen integrity; seeks guidance when necessary.
• Reviews and records quality control and determines the acceptability of testing, patient results, and instrument function by applying the principles of QA/QC daily.
• Responds to clinical and customer concerns, resolves customer issues in a confidential manner, employing integrity and discretion: seeks guidance when necessary.
• Attends mandatory education, training, and in-service meetings specific to department.
• Performs all other duties as assifned.

Education & Experience - Required

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, basic sciences or related field required or completion of Military Laboratory Technician program.

Education & Experience - Preferred

• No experience required; one year of clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• Licensure/Certifications: ASCP or equivalent preferred.