Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Night Shift

MedStar Health; Olney (MD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to perform specimen testing and analysis to support clinical decision-making. The role emphasizes quality control, accurate documentation, and collaboration with clinicians to ensure reliable results.

Responsibilities include specimen adequacy evaluation, result verification, and ongoing training of staff, with a focus on maintaining lab integrity and turnaround times in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a chemical/physical/biological laboratory field.
• Certification or eligibility as a Medical Laboratory Scientist.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen testing and analysis to aid diagnosis and treatment.
• Maintains quality control, quality assurance, and equipment maintenance documentation.
• Evaluates specimen adequacy and correlates results with disease stage.
• Communicates abnormal results and ensures proper follow-up.
• Participates in education and training of staff and students.
• Maintains competency and adheres to lean standards in the lab.

Skills

Specimen testing

Quality control

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Physical Biological Clinical Laboratory Science or related field

Job description

About the Job

General Summary of Position
Performs specimen testing and analysis on patient samples to aid the clinician in diagnosis and treatment. Ensures that all quality control quality assurance and equipment maintenance is documented and maintained according to standards. Provides exceptional customer service as needed. Serves as a knowledge expert and technical consultant in the specialty area(s).

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluates specimen adequacy for test performance; obtains specimens for quantitative and qualitative analyses.
• Performs routine and specialized testing in assigned area. Correlates laboratory findings with disease stage integrates and relates data from other laboratory specialty areas. Confirms abnormal results and specimen discrepancies and institutes correct follow-up procedures.
• Reviews/verifies test results recognizes and follows through on abnormal/unusual results and communicates same to appropriate personnel. Accurately completes all required documentation. Utilizes judgment and discretion in considering sample integrity process calibration reagent concentration and stability quality control prior to releasing testing results. relationship to unknown results evaluation of unexpected patient results and error identification.
• Performs and documents daily quality control and quality assurance measures to assure that tolerance limits are not exceeded. Advises supervisor of quality assurance/quality control problems. Evaluates CAP and other survey proficiency testing materials as required.
• Analyzes technical problems pertaining to collection of specimens and instrumentation. Determines cause and rectifies problems in accordance with guidelines and procedures. Maintains adequate reagents/supplies in the work area and/or on the instruments to avoid delay in sample processing.
• Maintains adequate reagents/supplies in the work area and/or on the instruments to avoid delay in sample processing. Keeps work area in a clean and organized manner at all times in keeping with the lean standards as designed. Decontaminates counter surfaces instruments computers telephones and general work area according to laboratory protocol.
• Ensures that turnaround time standards are met within lab section. Communicates any variances to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Participates in the education and training of students and new employees.
• Maintains individual competency as scheduled.
• Assists with department competency requirements such as performing training assessments or direct observations as delegated by the medical director.
• Provides technical advice and support to other laboratory personnel as required.
• Informs next shift of pertinent information to maintain efficient operation.
• Demonstrates simple/complex troubleshooting skills.

Minimal Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Physical Biological Clinical Laboratory Science or a related field required

Experience

• Less than 1 year of clinical laboratory training and/or experience required

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Medical Lab Scientist-ASCP certification or equivalent certification required or
• Certification requirement waived for individuals holding a masters degree (or higher) in chemical physical biological clinical laboratory science or a related field. or
• Certification requirement is waived for applicants with a minimum of 3 years experience in a designated specialty.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /Hr.