Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Chapel Hill

KA Recruiting Inc.; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KA Recruiting Inc. is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist in Chapel Hill to support the clinical laboratory team with CLIA-defined testing and advanced procedures.

You will work independently as a technical resource and handle Blood Bank responsibilities including Type & Screen, Antibody ID, DAT, eluates, phenotyping and antigen typing. Experience with MTP, emergency release, irradiation and product modifications is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science.
• ASCP or AMT certification required/certified.
• Strong Blood Bank/Transfusion Medicine experience.
• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions.

Responsibilities

• Perform CLIA-defined testing and advanced procedures.
• Maintain QC, proficiency testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Blood Bank duties: Type & Screen, Antibody ID, DAT, eluates, phenotyping, antigen typing.
• Train new employees and teach students.
• Participate in special projects and process improvements.

Skills

Blood Bank experience

Independent decision making

Education

Bachelor’s in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science

ASCP/AMT certification

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Looking for a new laboratory opportunity?
A healthcare organization in Chapel Hill is seeking an experienced MLS to support its clinical laboratory team.

Position Highlights

• Full-time laboratory opportunity
• Perform CLIA-defined testing and advanced laboratory procedures
• Work independently while serving as a technical resource
• Blood Bank responsibilities including Type & Screen, Antibody ID, DAT, eluates, phenotyping & antigen typing
• Experience with MTP, emergency release, irradiation & product modifications
• Perform QC, proficiency testing, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance
• Opportunities to train new employees and teach students
• Participate in special projects and process improvement

What We're Looking For

• MLS/MT: Bachelor’s in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science + ASCP/AMT certification
• Experience requirements vary by education/certification pathway
• Strong Blood Bank/Transfusion Medicine experience
• Able to work independently and make sound technical decisions