Medical Lab Scientist III

Medical Lab Scientist III - Core Lab

Assignment Length: 5+ months
Location: 2000 Church St, Nashville, TN 37203
Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM, Monday-Friday

Required Health & Compliance Requirements

• Hepatitis B
• TB
• MMR
• Tdap
• Flu
• Varicella
• Color vision screening

Job Summary

The Medical Lab Scientist III performs routine and complex laboratory testing while ensuring accurate, timely, and high-quality results. The role involves operating and troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation, performing quality control procedures, and making technical decisions related to testing and problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine specimen acceptability according to established criteria.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures in accordance with departmental SOPs.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
• Make technical decisions related to testing and problem-solving.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents and controls.
• Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Monitor and replenish testing bench supplies as needed.
• Assist with specimen processing when required.
• Maintain a safe work environment and use appropriate PPE.
• Work independently while collaborating effectively with the laboratory team.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related field, or meet applicable CLIA and state regulatory requirements.
• 5-7 years of clinical laboratory testing experience required.
• State Medical Technologist license may be required, depending on the position requirements.
• ASCP or AMT certification may be preferred or required based on the specific requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to pass a standardized color vision screening.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts based on business needs.