What are the responsibilities and job description for the LEAD MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST position at Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center?
The Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) is an experienced laboratory professional who assists the Laboratory Manager with the daily operation of the clinical laboratory. This position serves as the designated laboratory leadership resource during periods when the Laboratory manager is unavailable, including planned and unplanned absences. The Laboratory Lead provides day-to-day technical and operational support, assists with staff workflow and training, promotes compliance with laboratory policies and procedures, and serves as a resource to laboratory personnel. The Lead MLS may collect, process, and test specimens submitted to the clinical laboratory. Reviews and reports results on specimens tested in the Clinical Laboratory. Performs quality assurance, and such maintenance as required, on instruments, testing material, and equipment. Ensures proper identification of patients, specimens, Health Care Providers orders, and other information vital to Southern Coos Health District. The Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist reports to the Manager of the Clinical Laboratory.
Skills, Knowledge, & Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree with completion of NAACLS accredited Medical Laboratory Scientist program, or Bachelor’s degree & one to two years of Medical Laboratory Scientist experience/training acceptable to the ASCP or AMT required
- Certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist from the ASCP or AMT within six months of hire date
- Required to meet CLIA 88 requirements of 493.1489 of the Federal Register Vol. 57, No. 40
- Required to maintain certification(s) of Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS).
- Required to successfully complete National Certification Examination
- Required certifications must be kept current through continuing education. Documentation of re-certification must be presented to the Manager of the Clinical Laboratory and Human Resources
This is a Full-Time onsite position that is eligible for benefits. * SCHHC pays the full employee-only amount for Health, Dental, Vision, and Basic Life & AD&D insurance. *
Employment with Southern Coos Hospital is contingent upon an acceptable pre-employment drug screening and background check.
U.S. Citizenship: All applicants must be U.S. citizens or have proper authorization to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor a Visa and Permanent Residency for this position.
Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any candidate or employee. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to join our teams. Reasonable accommodation is available to access job openings or apply for a job.
Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center is a drug-free, tobacco-free, and smoke-free campus.