Medical Laboratory Scientist - Oncology

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University – James Cancer Hospital's James Stat Laboratory is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist in Oncology. The role provides primary support to the James Stat Laboratory, performing routine automated and manual tests across chemistry, immunochemistry, hematology, urinalysis and coagulation, with duties in bone marrow procedures.

You will report to the lab manager and lead technologists, participate in quality control and maintenance, and handle inquiries about patient

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CLS/MLS required.
• MT/MLS(ASCP) certification must be obtained within one year.
• Experience in clinical laboratory testing preferred.
• Ability to work in a 24/7 lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests across chemistry, immunochemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and coagulation.
• Assist with bone marrow procedures when required.
• Verify and report test results; communicate critical values.
• Maintain quality control and preventative maintenance on instrumentation.
• Support training for residents and students.

Skills

Quality control

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical/medical laboratory science

Associate degree in laboratory science + Bachelor's in chemical/biological science

Tools

MT/MLS(ASCP) certification

Job description

## Medical Laboratory Scientist - OncologyApplylocations: James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institutetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R156745Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact [e-mail]. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.**Current Employees and Students:**If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process.Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:* Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.* Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.## Job Title:Medical Laboratory Scientist - Oncology## Department:James | James Lab**Scope of Position** The Clinical Lab Professional 2 will provide primary support to the James Stat Laboratory, and secondary support to ancillary James laboratory locations as needed. The James Laboratory provides comprehensive, time sensitive laboratory services to patients with a variety of diagnoses or admission/discharge criteria. The James Laboratory staff performs testing on patient specimens utilizing chemistry, immunochemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation and assists with bone marrow procedures. The James Laboratory provides training for residents, new staff and medical technology students. The James laboratory is staffed 24 hours 7 days a week.**Position Summary** The medical laboratory technologists’ performs routine automated and manual procedures, verifies and reports test requests and results. Handles phone inquires regarding patient results, specimen collection and testing frequency. Oncology staff uses the laboratory computer system to review report and call critical values to various healthcare professionals. The James Laboratory staff performs and documents quality control, quality assurance and preventative maintenance on instrumentation. Medical laboratory technologists work under the direction of the lab manager and lead technologist(s).**Minimum Qualifications****For Hire:** Bachelor's degree in a clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology AND Bachelor's degree in a chemical or biological science. Must obtain MT/MLS(ASCP) certification within one year from the date of hire.**On going:** Meets mandatory hospital education and health surveillance requirements. Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal, and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions.**Career Roadmap****FUNCTION:**Clinical Laboratories**SUB-FUNCTION:**Lab Services**Band:**Individual Contributor- Clinical**Level:**C2## Additional Information:**For Hire:** Bachelor's degree in a clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology AND Bachelor's degree in a chemical or biological science. Must obtain MT/MLS(ASCP) certification within one year from the date of hire.**On going:** Meets mandatory hospital education and health surveillance requirements. Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal, and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions.## Location:James Cancer Hospital (0375)## Position Type:Regular## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**Third Shift***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.***Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions.