Medical Lab Scientist I

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

The University of Maryland Medical System is a 14-hospital system with academic, community and specialty medical services reaching every part of Maryland and beyond. UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, Neurocare, cardiac care, women’s and children’s health and physical rehabilitation. UMMS is the fourth largest private employer in the Baltimore metropolitan area and one of the top 20 employers in the state of Maryland. No organization will give you the clinical variety, the support, or the opportunities for professional growth that you’ll enjoy as a member of our team.

Job Description

Overview

Under direct supervision, performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing. Maintains proper records and utilizes resources to generate acceptable test results.  Functions effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing using manual and automated processes.  Complies with all regulatory agency guidelines (CLIA 88, TJC, CAP, FDA, etc.) and addresses concerns as needed.
• Identifies and resolves analytical problems, troubleshoots equipment issues and takes corrective action in evaluating testing procedures, patient results and specimen integrity; seeks guidance when necessary.
• Reviews and records quality control and determines the acceptability of testing, patient results, and instrument function by applying the principles of QA / QC daily.
• Responds to clinical and customer concerns, resolves customer issues in a confidential manner, employing integrity and discretion : seeks guidance when necessary.
• Attends mandatory education, training, and in-service meetings specific to department.
• Performs duties as assigned related to the job description.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education :   Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, basic sciences or related field required or completion of Military Laboratory Technician program.

Experience :   No experience required; one year of clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Licensure / Certifications :   ASCP or equivalent preferred.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation :

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