Meritus Health·Washington County, Maryland
The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs moderate and high complexity laboratory tests across pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic phases. They are responsible for maintaining quality control, documenting corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with hospital and CLIA standards.
Summary The Medical Technologist performs laboratory procedures accurately and efficiently in accordance with hospital and departmental policies. Responsibilities span the Pre-Analytic, Analytic, and Post-Analytic phases of laboratory workflow. The role may involve delegating tasks in the absence of a supervisor or lead and must comply with CLIA standards for moderate and high complexity testing.
1. Performs authorized moderate and high complexity tests requiring appropriate skill and training
2. Follows procedures for specimen handling, processing, analysis, and result reporting
3. Maintains records for proficiency testing and ensures consistency with patient specimen testing
4. Adheres to quality control policies and documents all related activities and maintenance
5. Responds appropriately when test systems fall outside acceptable performance levels
6. Identifies and resolves issues affecting test performance or escalates as needed
7. Documents corrective actions when performance specifications are not met
8. Produces consistently accurate work and promotes high standards across the team
9. Communicates clearly and professionally, exercises sound judgment, and adapts tone to audience
10. Works independently with minimal supervision, follows instructions, and seeks guidance when necessary
11. Demonstrates technical competency and applies knowledge effectively in daily tasks
12. Practices safety protocols rigorously and promotes awareness of unsafe practices
Experience Minimum of one year full-time clinical laboratory experience
License or Certification ASCP, AMT, or equivalent nationally recognized certification required Examples include Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS or Laboratory Technologist Certification HEW
Caring for Our Team We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
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Requires a Bachelor's degree in a medical laboratory science field and a nationally recognized certification such as ASCP or AMT. A minimum of one year of full-time clinical laboratory experience is required.
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