Medical Laboratory Scientist I/II — Day Shift & Growth Path

UNC Health Care; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 34,440 - 53,726; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Care’s Rex Transfusion Services in Raleigh is seeking Medical Laboratory Scientists I or II to join a patient‑focused laboratory team. This hybrid posting supports a range of tests and administrative tasks in line with candidate qualifications and experience.

The role involves quality control, problem‑solving with equipment, and collaboration with healthcare providers. Education must align with MLS standards, with appropriate licensure or certification for the level, and on‑site work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in clinical/medical laboratory science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived/point of care, moderate, and high complexity CLIA testing as appropriate to role and demonstrated competency.
• Investigates and resolves problems with equipment, test results, specimens, and/or workflow.
• Performs quality control, proficiency testing, and monitors the accuracy and precision of laboratory testing.
• Prepares reagents and assists in the preparation of standard and control materials.
• Monitors reagent inventory and assists with maintaining laboratory supplies.
• Reviews test results to ensure accuracy of reporting and timely correction of errors.
• Reports laboratory results and consults/confers with healthcare providers as needed.
• Participates on teams and/or performs special projects or assignments.
• Participates in the education and training of new employees and other learners, as appropriate to role.
• Serves as a technical resource and works under direction or independently based on experience level.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, or Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Biological Science, or Associate's Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

UNC Health Care’s Rex Transfusion Services in Raleigh is seeking Medical Laboratory Scientists I or II to join a patient‑focused laboratory team. This hybrid posting supports a range of tests and administrative tasks in line with candidate qualifications and experience.

The role involves quality control, problem‑solving with equipment, and collaboration with healthcare providers. Education must align with MLS standards, with appropriate licensure or certification for the level, and on‑site work