Weekend Night Medical Laboratory Scientist

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist to provide accurate and timely testing and results for diagnosis and treatment. The role includes analyzing diverse specimens, operating complex equipment, and maintaining quality control in a collaborative team.

Position supports accreditation standards and may involve phlebotomy; weekend and holiday rotations are required, with a focus on patient-centered care

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or a biological science with CLS/MT certification.
• NAACLS-accredited CLS/MT certificate is required or equivalent.
• Certification as MT/MLS/CLS by ASCP/NCA/AMT or equivalent is required.
• On-the-job training with 5+ years in a hospital lab serving high-complexity testing is described in some paths.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory tests according to established procedures.
• Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and validates lab equipment.
• Performs, documents quality control, and follows QA guidelines.
• Assists in educating and training laboratory personnel, students, and residents.
• Maintains laboratory supplies and inventory.
• May perform specimen collection and phlebotomy as applicable.
• Ensures accreditation standards (CAP/JCAHO and others) are maintained.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Quality control

Laboratory testing

Clinical collaboration

Education

BSCLS

Biological Science degree

NAACLS CLS/MT certificate program

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist to provide accurate and timely testing and results for diagnosis and treatment. The role includes analyzing diverse specimens, operating complex equipment, and maintaining quality control in a collaborative team.

Position supports accreditation standards and may involve phlebotomy; weekend and holiday rotations are required, with a focus on patient-centered care