Medical Lab Scientist II

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist II (MLS II- Blood Bank)

Location: 750 Morphy Ave Fairhope, AL

Duration: 6+ Months

Shift:
3rd Shift
Monday - Thursday | 9:00 PM - 7:30 AM (4x10 Schedule)

Compliance Requirements

• Hepatitis B - Declination Accepted
• TB
• MMR
• T-DAP
• Color Vision Screening - Required

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist II (MLS II) to perform routine and complex laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory environment. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, experience troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation, and a commitment to delivering accurate and timely patient results while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine specimen acceptability according to established laboratory criteria.
• Perform routine and complex laboratory testing following departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
• Make technical decisions regarding testing procedures and problem resolution.
• Prepare, validate, and evaluate new reagents and quality control materials.
• Report accurate and timely laboratory test results.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Maintain adequate testing bench supplies and laboratory inventory.
• Assist with specimen processing when needed.
• Maintain a safe laboratory environment and follow all PPE and safety protocols.
• Collaborate effectively with laboratory staff to ensure quality patient care.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or another qualifying science field meeting CLIA and state requirements.
• 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience required.
• State Medical Technologist License, if required by state regulations.
• ASCP or AMT certification preferred or required, depending on client requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency with laboratory computer systems; experience with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Must successfully pass a Color Vision Screening.
• Flexibility to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.