Sr. Laboratory Technologist - SMG Support

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Healthcare is looking for an experienced Sr. Laboratory Scientist for full-time work at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. This role involves performing lab testing, managing operations, training staff, and ensuring accreditation standards are met. Qualified candidates can enjoy a generous sign-on bonus of up to $20,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience.
• Certification from ASCP, AMT, or AAB required.
• Capable of recommending contingency testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and interpret results according to scientific principles.
• Manage daily technical operations and training of staff.
• Ensure accreditation readiness.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Interpreting Test Results

Scientific Knowledge

Staff Training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or Biology/Chemical Science

Job description

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA is hiring an experienced Sr. Laboratory Scientist to work full days (0800-1630) in the SMG Support Department.

Generous Sign on Bonus up to $20,000 for qualified candidates!

As a Sr. Laboratory Scientist, duties include performing laboratory testing and interpreting test results using scientific knowledge and principles of test procedures and disease processes; recommending contingency testing. You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing daily technical operations, including staff training, implementation of instrumentation, and ensuring accreditation readiness.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or Biology/Chemical Science

Certification/Licensure

• ASCP, AMT, or AAB certification

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience
• Travel between sites is required

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital (SNGH), located on the Eastern Virginia Medical Campus, is a large 525-bed medical center serving as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS). Our partnership with EVMS integrates the latest in technology, research, and clinical care to provide advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services. Our Urology program, ranked 40th nationally by U.S. News & World Report, is supported by EVMS residents.

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