Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist

3M HEALTHCARE; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Adoption reimbursement

Paid Time Off & Sick Leave

Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

Disability plans

Life Insurance

401(k)/403(b) with match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA is seeking an experienced Sr. Laboratory Scientist for full-time days in the Core Lab. A sign-on bonus of up to $20,000 is available for qualified candidates.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Medical Technology or Biology/Chemical Science with ASCP/AMT/AAB certification and at least 3 years of lab experience. Expect day shift, on-site operations and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Biology/Chemical Science required.
• ASCP, AMT, or AAB certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and interpret results using standard procedures.
• Recommend contingency testing when warranted.
• Develop, manage daily technical operations.
• Provide staff training and education activities.
• Implement instrumentation and monitor performance.
• Ensure accreditation readiness.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Test interpretation

Staff training

Quality / accreditation readiness

Instrumentation oversight

Education

Bachelor’s in Medical Technology or Biology/Chemical Science

Job description

Location and Shift

City/State: Norfolk, VA

Work Shift: First (Days) 6:45 AM – 3:15 PM

Job Overview

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring an experienced Sr. Laboratory Scientist to work full days in the Core Lab. A generous sign‑on bonus of up to $20,000 is available for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and interpret test results using scientific knowledge and principles of test procedures and disease processes.
• Recommend contingency testing as needed.
• Develop, maintain, and manage daily technical operations.
• Provide staff training and education.
• Implement instrumentation and oversee its performance.
• Ensure accreditation readiness.

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Biology/Chemical Science (required).
• ASCP, AMT, or AAB certification (required).

Experience

Minimum of 3 years laboratory experience required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans.
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000.
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave.
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave.
• Emergency Backup Care.
• Long‑Term, Short‑Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k)/403(b) with Employer Match.
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities.
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000.
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to CEUs and professional development.
• Pet Insurance.
• Legal Resources Plan.
• Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if eligible.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and proudly supports diversity, inclusion, and belonging across its workforce. This is a tobacco‑free environment.