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Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist

Sentara
South Boston, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/13/2026
  • Sentara Halifax is hiring an experienced Senior Medical Laboratory Scientitst to work full time days

  • Sign on bonus up to $20,000 for qualified candidates! 

  • Job Description:

  • Performs laboratory testing and interprets test results using scientific knowledge and principles of test procedures and disease processes; recommends contingency testing. Directly responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing daily technical operations, including staff training and education, implementation of instrumentation, and accreditation readiness.

  • Responsible for the immediate supervision, training, and competency assessment of laboratory staff and students in a 24/7 environment. Ensures accurate orders for proficiency surveys and accurate submission of survey data. Collections PI data, conducts

  • analysis and documents progress. Maintains current policies and procedures in the department and ensures completion of electronic documents according to established assignments and timelines. Demonstrates fiscal responsibility.

  • Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Chemical Science or Medical Technology

  • Certification: 

  • ASCP Certification required

  • Join a team that has a Mission to improve health every day, join the Sentara Team!   

  • Our Caring Workplace Environment

  • Our Caring Tradition of serving for 100  years providing personalized care tailored to the needs of each patient

  • Free and convenient parking

  • Collaboration and shared governance

  • Caring For Your Family and Your Career

  • Tuition Assistance - $5,250 year

  • Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000

  • Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development

  • Emergency Backup Care – 10 days

  • Paid Parental Leave – up to 4 weeks

  • Family Caregiver Leave – 2 weeks

  • Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000

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