Medical Laboratory Scientist II, Microbiology

CLS Labcorp Central Laboratory Services Limited Partnership; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

STD/LTD

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time0

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Sign-on Bonus $5,000

Job summary

CLS Labcorp Central Laboratory Services Limited Partnership in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist II to join our Microbiology team. Work schedule is Monday-Friday with options for early hours and weekend rotation.

The role focuses on quality control, SOP adherence, proficiency testing, staff training and method validations, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, documentation and teamwork within a clinical laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or a non-traditional Bachelor’s degree that meets local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
• Three years of clinical laboratory testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Quality Control Monitoring Programs: review and investigate unacceptable results and prepare corrective action responses.
• SOPs: review new or revised SOPs and assist with processing.
• Proficiency Testing: coordinate receipt of survey material and ensure timely completion of reports; investigate root cause of performance issues.
• Training: assist with training new employees and develop training material and competency checks.
• Validation: assist with assay validations and validation of equipment and software; provide technical guidance.

Skills

Molecular experience

DNA extraction

Microbiology culture

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological science

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist II to join our Microbiology team in Indianapolis, IN. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm or 8am-4:30pm. Weekend rotation.

Job Responsibilities

• Quality Control Monitoring Programs
  o Review and investigate unacceptable results to internal and external quality control monitoring programs. Prepare corrective action responses by assigned due date for management review.
• o SOPs
  o Complete timely review of new or revised SOPs circulated for peer review.
  o May assist with timely processing of SOPs for department.
• o Proficiency Testing Survey Samples
  o May provide support to proficiency testing program by coordinating receipt of survey material, coordinating with interdepartmental personnel for sample analysis, and ensuring timely and correct completion of electronic or paper report forms.
  o Investigate root cause for unacceptable performance on proficiency surveys and prepare corrective action response by assigned due date.
• o Training
  o Assists with training new employees and follows-up to ensure training is understood.
  o May assist with the development of training material, training checklists, and competency assessment programs.
• o Instrument/Equipment/Assay Validation
  o Assist with assay validations by performing experiments according to departmental SOP. Compile validation data for management review.
  o Assist with validation of new equipment and instruments including software validation requirements (e.g., User Acceptance Testing).
  o Assist staff by providing technical guidance where needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or a non-traditional Bachelor’s degree that meets local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements Three years of clinical laboratory testing experience

Preferred Qualifications

ASCP or AMT certification Two years molecular experience and DNA extraction Two years microbiology culture experience Five years clinical testing experience

Additional Job Standards

Ability to work independently and within a team environment Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

Pay Range

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.

Benefits

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• STD/LTD
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. For more detailed information, pleaseclick here.

Sign-on Bonus $5,000 Internal Employees Not Eligible for Sign-on Bonus

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We believe in the power of science to change lives. Labcorp is a leading global life sciences company that provides vital information to help doctors, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, researchers, and patients make clear and confident decisions. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations to improve health and improve lives. Here, you can join our nearly 70,000 employees, serving clients in more than 100 countries, as we work together to transform approaches to patient care.