Medical Laboratory Scientist III PRN

The Johns Hopkins Hospital is a world-renowned leader in patient care, serving the greater Baltimore community and patients from all across the globe. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff teams provide support throughout our many specialty departments and centers, from primary visits to emergency care.

What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development
• Tuition Assistance
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

Location: Johns Hopkins Bayview - Core Lab, Baltimore, MD

Casual PRN

Day Shift-7:30am- 4pm- Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday)

Job Summary:

Performs complex laboratory tests and analyses to aid in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases. Works with advanced laboratory equipment, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of test results, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborates with healthcare professionals to provide critical data that influences patient care decisions.

Essential Functions:

• Performs a wide range of laboratory tests, including hematology, microbiology, immunology, chemistry, transfusion activities, and molecular diagnostics.
• Analyzes and interprets test results, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Performs procedures related to blood banking and transfusion services.
• Collects and prepares biological samples, such as blood, urine, and tissue, for analysis; ensures proper labeling, handling, and storage of samples to maintain integrity.
• Operates and maintains sophisticated laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Performs routine calibration and troubleshooting of equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory standards, including CLIA, CAP, and OSHA.
• Records and documents test results in the laboratory information management system.
• Prepares detailed reports and communicate findings to healthcare providers.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must meet minimum educational requirements for state-applicable certification and/or licensure:
  Maryland & District of Columbia: Bachelor’s Degree in medical laboratory technology, or a related field from
  an accredited institution
• One year of relevant education may be substituted for one year of required work experience or one year of
  relevant professional-level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education. If
  licensure/certification requires a certain level of education, anything over that level of education can be used
  in equivalency calculations.
• Minimum 5 Years of Experience in a clinical laboratory setting (Required)
• Certification as Medical Technologist (MT, MLS) from ASCP or other approved agency. Upon Hire (Required)