Medical Laboratory Scientist II Microbiology Evening Shift 10k Sign on Bonus

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a skilled Medical Laboratory Scientist II for its Microbiology department. This role involves performing complex analyses, ensuring quality control, and resolving testing issues. The evening shift offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient care in a collaborative environment. With a generous sign-on bonus and competitive pay, this position is ideal for dedicated professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in the medical field. Join a team committed to delivering high-quality care and innovation in laboratory services.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Continuing Education

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field required.
• 0-1 years experience preferred; 3 years clinical lab experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform high complexity testing using manual and automated processes.
• Independently troubleshoot equipment issues and resolve analytical problems.

Skills

Clinical Laboratory Processes

Analytical Procedures

Communication Skills

Mathematical Operations

Safety Regulations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology

Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Microbiology - Evening Shift - 10k Sign on Bonus

Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Microbiology - Evening Shift - 10k Sign on Bonus

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Company Description

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is an academic private health system, focused on delivering compassionate, high quality care and putting discovery and innovation into practice at the bedside. Partnering with the University of Maryland School of Medicine, University of Maryland School of Nursing and University of Maryland, Baltimore who educate the state’s future health care professionals, UMMS is an integrated network of care, delivering 25 percent of all hospital care in urban, suburban and rural communities across the state of Maryland. UMMS puts academic medicine within reach through primary and specialty care delivered at 11 hospitals, including the flagship University of Maryland Medical Center, the System’s anchor institution in downtown Baltimore, as well as through a network of University of Maryland Urgent Care centers and more than 150 other locations in 13 counties. For more information, visit www.umms.org.

Company Description

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is an academic private health system, focused on delivering compassionate, high quality care and putting discovery and innovation into practice at the bedside. Partnering with the University of Maryland School of Medicine, University of Maryland School of Nursing and University of Maryland, Baltimore who educate the state’s future health care professionals, UMMS is an integrated network of care, delivering 25 percent of all hospital care in urban, suburban and rural communities across the state of Maryland. UMMS puts academic medicine within reach through primary and specialty care delivered at 11 hospitals, including the flagship University of Maryland Medical Center, the System’s anchor institution in downtown Baltimore, as well as through a network of University of Maryland Urgent Care centers and more than 150 other locations in 13 counties. For more information, visit www.umms.org.

Job Description

Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Microbiology

$10,000 Sign on Bonus applies to non University of Maryland Medical System employees

Evening Shift; 3p-11:30p

General Summary

Under general supervision, performs analyses on a variety of sample types. Maintains proper records and utilizes independent judgement to generate acceptable test results. Responsible for quality, efficiency and safety in the performance of laboratory functions. Serves as a fully effective and participative member of the multidisciplinary patient care services team.

Principal Responsibilities And Tasks

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 duties performed by personnel so classified.

• Independently performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing using manual and automated processes. Complies and participates with all regulatory agency guidelines (CLIA 88, TJC, CAP, FDA, etc.) and addresses concerns as needed.
• Independently 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.
• Independently troubleshoots and resolves problems and documents corrective actions.
• Independently 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, independently resolves customer issues in a confidential manner, employing integrity and discretion.
• Attends/Leads mandatory education, training, and in-service meetings specific to department.
• Assists with development and modification of procedures and assumes additional responsibilities when appropriate.
• Performs duties as assigned related to the job description.
  
  
  

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, biology or related sciences or an Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field or completion of Military Laboratory Technician program with experience required.
• 0-1 years (bachelor’s degree) preferred; minimum of 3 years of clinical laboratory experience (Associates in MLT or related science or Military Training) required.
• ASCP or equivalent preferred.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Proficient knowledge of clinical laboratory processes, analytical procedures, and various laboratory equipment including routine maintenance and calibration.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic computer skills which would be used in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to perform mathematical and statistical operations for recording and evaluating lab results. Ability to follow detailed written or verbal instructions accurately.
• Ability to handle potentially infectious materials, such as blood and body fluid specimens, observing proper safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs
  
  
  

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $27.98-$39.18
• Other Compensation (if applicable):
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide
  
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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