Medical Lab Scientist III

Medical Lab Scientist III

Location: St. Thomas Midtown/Nashville, TN
Assignment Length: 5+ Months
Shift: 10p-630a (M-F)

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsibilities may be interchangeable across Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist, and Clinical Laboratory Scientist roles.
• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
• Make technical decisions related to testing and problem-solving.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
• Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as needed.
• Assist with specimen processing when required.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or meet applicable local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
• 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience required.
• State Medical Technologist license may be required, depending on the assignment.
• ASCP or AMT certification may be preferred or required, depending on the assignment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient computer skills; familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screening.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts based on business needs.

Position Requirements - Confirmed

1. Education / Degree: Open to both Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - 2-year degree and Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) / Medical Technologist (MT) - 4-year BS degree candidates.
2. Certification: ASCP or AMT certification is required. Eligible/registered candidates are not being considered.
3. Laboratory Specialty: Seeking a Generalist with proficiency across Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, and Coagulation.
4. Department: Core Laboratory (Core Lab).
5. Blood Bank: Not required.
6. LIS Experience: Cerner experience is preferred.
7. Color Vision Screening: Required.