Medical Laboratory Scientist

The Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist plays a critical role in performing, reviewing, and reporting clinical diagnostic tests to aid our providers- urologists, medical oncologists, pathologists, and APPs in the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of disease. Working directly under the supervision of the Laboratory Operations Manager, the Medical Technologist is responsible for clinical chemistry, immunoassay, hematology, and molecular testing, which includes FISH testing. The responsibilities include laboratory training, equipment maintenance, quality control, quality assurance, and calibrations. The individual will ensure the timely processing and handling of specimens and ensure performance metrics, such as turnaround times, are met.  

Responsibilities: 

• Assists the Laboratory Operations Manager and/or Quality Specialists and Lead Medical Technologist in meeting regulatory agency requirements (CLIA, CAP, etc.).  

• Performs clinical chemistry, immunoassay, hematology, and molecular/FISH testing, and provides coverage in these areas as needed by the operation.  

• Verifies, records, and reports results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS).  

• Operates laboratory equipment and performs quality control (QC) procedures, instrument maintenance, calibration, and proficiency testing (PT) according to established laboratory protocol and manufacturer and regulatory requirements. 

• Performs, evaluates, and reports QC, and identifies and resolves any QC failures.  

• Investigates, documents, and resolves any specimen integrity or quality issues (pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical).  

• Prepares FISH slides for testing, evaluates the slides on FISH equipment for adequate cellularity, and reports out FISH results to the pathologist’s following manufacturer and laboratory protocols.  

• Accurately reports out FISH findings, including uploading the reports to the LIS and manages the storage of FISH QC and patient slides.  

• Troubleshoots and resolves instrumentation malfunctions and works with vendors on resolving instrument issues accordingly. 

• Centrifuges and aliquots specimens based on testing specifications. 

• Maintains meticulous records of specimens, procedures, and results.  

• Ensures proper labeling, tracking, and documentation of samples. 

• Monitors supplies and maintains adequate inventory levels.  

• Properly disposes of chemical hazardous waste according to laboratory and regulatory requirements.  

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree and completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) Accredited Certificate Program is  and will be verified prior to employment. 

• ASCP MLS or MT Certification is  and will be verified prior to employment.  

• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical pathology experience in a CORE laboratory environment.  

• At least one (1) year of experience in molecular testing, preferably FISH testing.   

Key Competencies: 

• Proficient in training staff members and leading laboratory projects and initiatives.  

• Exceptional knowledge of the clinical pathology laboratory and its various disciplines.  

• Ability to multi-task, be self-motivated, dependable, and accountable in meeting deadlines. 

• Excellent computer software and data analysis skills. 

• Organized and strong verbal and written communication skills. 

• Strong customer service skills, including active listening and problem-solving.  

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and be detail oriented.  

• Maintain HIPAA compliance and other requirements outlined by our accreditation and regulatory organizations. 

Physical Requirements for the Job: 

• Regularly required to sit and stand for extended periods. 

• Involves standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, and twisting.  

• Adjusting visual acuity to distinguish fine details and objects at specific distance.  

• Requires full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. 

• Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move items up to 25 lbs.