Night Shift Medical Laboratory Scientist II - QC & Troubleshooting

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System seeks a Medical Laboratory professional for the Midtown Campus. The role involves analyzing diverse sample types, maintaining meticulous records, and contributing as a fully integrated member of the patient care team in a hospital setting.

Under supervision, you will perform waived to high-complexity testing, ensure QA/QC, and address clinical concerns, while upholding safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, biology or related sciences required; or Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, or completion of Military Laboratory Technology with a minimum of three years of experience.
• No experience required with a Bachelor’s degree; or three years of experience in a clinical laboratory with an Associate’s degree or completion of Military Laboratory Technician program required.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing using manual and automated processes.
• Complies with and participates in all regulatory agency guidelines (CLIA 88, TJC, CAP, FDA, etc.).
• Identifies and resolves analytical problems; troubleshoots equipment issues and takes corrective action.
• Reviews and records quality control to determine acceptability of testing, patient results, and instrument function.
• Responds to clinical and customer concerns, resolves issues with integrity and discretion.
• Assists with development and modification of procedures and assumes additional responsibilities as needed.
• Troubleshoots and documents corrective actions; attends/Leads mandatory education and training.

Skills

Laboratory testing

QA/QC

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology/biology or related sciences

Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or Military Lab Tech with 3+ years experience

Job description

University of Maryland Medical System seeks a Medical Laboratory professional for the Midtown Campus. The role involves analyzing diverse sample types, maintaining meticulous records, and contributing as a fully integrated member of the patient care team in a hospital setting.

Under supervision, you will perform waived to high-complexity testing, ensure QA/QC, and address clinical concerns, while upholding safety and regulatory compliance.