Sr Medical Lab Scientist - Laboratory Medicine

Health First

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Senior Medical Lab Scientist (Sr. MLS) is responsible for overseeing clinical laboratory testing and ensuring the accuracy and validity of test results. This role involves performing oversight functions in compliance with federal and state accreditation requirements, engaging in quality improvement initiatives, and collaborating with laboratory leadership to provide high-quality, consumer-centric laboratory services.

Responsibilities

• Perform oversight tasks on all clinical laboratory testing of various complexities in compliance with HF policies and procedures.
• Provide daily oversight of clinical chemistry, toxicology, transfusion services, urinalysis, hemostasis, hematology, microbiology, immunology, and point of care as assigned.
• Perform and assign quality control tasks, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory tests and equipment.
• Assist lab supervisor in validating new tests, equipment, or methodology.
• Coordinate and assist with instruments, processes, correlations, and test method verification and validation studies.
• Provide accurate and timely information and written communication to facilitate project completion.
• Incorporate evidence-based medicine and benchmarking into continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Manage various electronic medical record (EMR) applications and ensure departmental competency of EMR users.
• Perform data analysis and provide summaries and recommendations to laboratory leadership.
• Communicate effectively with laboratory staff, external clinical departments, and healthcare professionals.
• Assist in maintaining a comprehensive quality control and assurance program, including training and proficiency testing.
• Coordinate accreditation inspections and monitor lab safety portals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field as outlined by CLIA.
• Medical Technologist licensure by the State of Florida in accordance with CLIA.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP (MLS(ASCP)).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), MT(AAB), or MT(AMT).
• Proficient in required computer applications and able to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Strong critical thinking, prioritization, organization, and communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Lab Supervisor's License through Florida State Department of Health.
• Specialist Certification by ASCP (SBB, SC, SH, SM, etc.).
• 5 years of experience as a Medical Lab Scientist.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Continuing education support