Medical Laboratory Scientist, Sr

Comprehensive Cancer Centers Of Nevada - Silver Spring, MD

Full-time - Mid Level

Silver Spring, MD

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist, Sr at Maryland Oncology Hematology is responsible for performing moderate and high complexity laboratory testing, ensuring accurate specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and adherence to quality control procedures. This role involves training employees, overseeing laboratory activities in the absence of a supervisor, and supporting compliance with safety and quality assurance standards. The position requires a commitment to providing advanced cancer care in a compassionate environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists with performing phlebotomy and collecting appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
• Follows the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results.
• Performs specimen analysis of all Chemistry, Hematology and Immunology specimens.
• Maintains and operates all laboratory equipment, performing daily, weekly and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated.
• Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies and documents all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and instrument maintenance.
• Participates in proficiency testing by performing sample analysis and reporting results at least once a year.
• Prepares peripheral blood smear and performs complete WBC differential on normal and abnormal smears.
• Performs microscopic examination of urinary sediment.
• Records results on appropriate worksheet and computer system and performs file maintenance.
• Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either corrects the problem or notifies supervisor.
• Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists.
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using in patient testing.
• Processes incoming orders for lab testing including reference laboratory specimens.
• Charts patient results in a timely manner as needed.
• Properly identifies and bands patients for blood product transfusion.
• Trains employees in laboratory procedures.
• Acts as a resource for laboratory science information.
• Complies with quality assurance standards and adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related health care field.
• Current state license if required.
• AMT, ASCP or equivalent certification preferred.
• Five years of experience in a laboratory setting.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with CLIA classified Moderate and High complexity testing.
• Familiarity with laboratory compliance and safety standards.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling