Medical Lab Scientist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

• The Medical Lab Scientist II will be responsible for testing of assigned specimens in the Automated Chemistry Department
• Testing and troubleshooting utilizing instruments/procedures in the department.
• Provides support to the department in the areas of quality control, troubleshooting complex problems, customer support, instrument and equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement and the completion of special projects
• Perform and report on assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met.
• Actively support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround time of results including STATS or critical results to clients.
• Ensure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates and if applicable opened dates.
• Perform and document QC analysis to ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function. Make quality control decisions regarding the disposition of an assay or test.
• Appropriate escalation of problems associated with the proper performance of test procedures
• Report any actual or potential deviation from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate fully with any investigation of same.
• Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized report to be generated for physician review and interpretation.
• Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections

Skills & Qualifications

• ASCP or C (ASCP) certification (required for MLS II)
• Bachelors in one of the Sciences. Preferably in Chemistry or Medical Lab Science, but certification
• 1 year of clinical lab experience. Preferably in Chemistry, but can be generalist

This is a Permanent position based out of Cleveland, OH.

The pay range for this position is $73500.00 - $81000.00/yr.

Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees who meet hours requirement 15 PTO days first year Paid Holidays Annual Bonus Opportunity 401(k) with matching contributions Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Blueprint for Wellness Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who meet hours requirements Opportunities for career advancement

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

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