ProMedica·Defiance, Ohio
Perform complex analytical procedures on biological specimens to assist in diagnosing and treating medical conditions. Maintain laboratory equipment, ensure quality control, and act as a technical resource for healthcare teams.
Weekly Hours: 0
Shift: Variable (United States of America)
As a Medical Laboratory Scientist, you perform complex lab tests essential for diagnosing, treating and preventing a variety of medical conditions.
You will use critical thinking as you evaluate and solve problems related to biological specimens that you analyze and you will provide interpretation of those tests.
When questions arise regarding results or factors affecting results, you serve as the expert when answering. You also act as a connector to foster effective communication between the lab and health care teams.
1. Performs testing
a. Maintains established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies.
b. Process biological specimens for analysis. Evaluate and solves problems related to specimen collection and processing.
c. Performs routine and complex analytical procedures, recognizes deviations, and provides interpretation.
d. Operates instruments and performs procedures within the scope of training.
a. Performs scheduled maintenance procedures.
b. Recognizes equipment malfunctions and acts according to established protocols.
3. Quality Control
a. Performs, records, and maintains accurate quality control records. Recognizes out of control results and takes appropriate actions.
4. Knowledge Resource
a. Answers inquiries regarding results and factors affecting results. Acts as a liaison and fosters effective communication between laboratory and health care team, maintaining patient confidentiality.
5. Computer System
a. Performs routine inquiry and data input on the laboratory computer systems.
b. Ensures accuracy of information in the computer systems and is responsible for corrective actions.
c. Utilizes computer software to enhance specialty area.
6. Training/Competency Assessment
a. Instructs new associates and students as required.
b. With respect to experience and education, assesses competencies of other test performers.
7. Continuing Education
a. Must complete required number of CE units.
b. Must complete mandatory in-services.
c. Maintains and upgrades personal professional development.
8. Team Leader
a. Provides guidance to co-workers in the absence of an on-site Supervisor regarding staffing and technical issues that arise.
9. Other duties as assigned.
The above summary of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It should not be considered exhaustive.
We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being. It’s what makes us one of the best places to work, and helps our employees live and work to their fullest potential.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact employment@promedica.org [employment@promedica.org]
Market context
In Ohio, allied health roles in medical laboratory settings are typically supported by ongoing demand from hospitals, outpatient labs, and diagnostic services. These positions are competitive because employers often require an associate degree, ASCP certification, and the physical ability to handle routine lab tasks, while the posted requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your certification status and review the lifting requirement against your current work capacity.
