Medical Laboratory Scientist I / Medical Laboratory Scientist II (Per Diem) - Core Labs

UNC Health; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

UNC Health in Chapel Hill, NC is hiring Medical Laboratory Scientists I or II for a per diem, onsite laboratory role within the Core Laboratory. The position supports Chemistry, Toxicology, Blood Gas, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Hematology, and related specimen processing.

MLS I requires a relevant bachelor’s or associate degree; MLS II adds certification requirements and two years of experience depending on degree. The unit operates with day shift in a state system environment.

Qualifications

• 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.
• ASCP/AMT certification required depending on degree.
• No prior professional laboratory experience required for MLS I; relevant experience for MLS II as specified in qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived/POCT, moderate, and high complexity CLIA testing as appropriate to role.
• Investigates and resolves equipment, test results, specimens, and workflow issues.
• Performs quality control and proficiency testing; monitors accuracy and precision of tests.
• Prepares reagents and assists in standard/control material preparation.
• Monitors reagent inventory and laboratory supplies.
• Reviews test results for accuracy and timely reporting.
• Reports results and consults with healthcare providers as needed.
• Participates in teams or special projects and assignments.
• Involves in education/training of new staff and learners as appropriate.
• Serves as a technical resource; works under direction or independently based on experience.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Summary

This hybrid posting recruits for either a Medical Laboratory Scientist I or Medical Laboratory Scientist II, depending on candidate qualifications and experience. Performs a variety of patient testing and administrative tasks in support of the clinical activities in the UNCHCS. The Core Laboratory is comprised of multiple testing areas- Chemistry, Toxicology, Blood Gas Analysis, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Automated Hematology and Manual Hematology, including Smear Review and Body Fluid Analysis, and Specimen Processing.

Responsibilities

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

Other Information

Qualifications – Medical Laboratory Scientist I

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

Experience:

• No prior professional laboratory experience required

Qualifications – Medical Laboratory Scientist II

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

Licensure/Certification:

• Associate’s Degree holders: MLT (ASCP) or MLT (AMT) required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Science: ASCP categorical certification in specialty area required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science: MT/MLS (ASCP) or MT/MLS (AMT) required

Experience:

• Associate’s Degree with MLT certification: Two (2) years of experience required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Science with categorical certification: Two (2) years of experience required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science with MT/MLS certification: No experience required

Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit: Core Laboratory

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 8.00

MLS I: Salary Range: $24.98 - $35.91 per hour (Hiring Range)

MLS II: Salary Range:$26.85 - $38.61 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. Please email [e-mail] if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.