Medical Lab Scientist (MLS)

The Medical Laboratory Scientist provides state of the art laboratory specimen testing, including phlebotomy, from neonates to geriatric patients ensuring patient safety.

General Functions:

• Processes and tests blood and other body fluid specimens for clinical laboratory
• Reviews test results and applies the correct clinical interpretation of that data
• Reports lab results accurately and responsively, to include use of a laboratory information system
• Performs operation, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment
• Performs venous and capillary phlebotomy and ensures specimen integrity
• Performs basic clerical functions
• Acts as a resource person for providing information and problem solving for the Medical Technicians, Phlebotomists and other laboratory personnel
• Assists with R&D projects as required
• Trains employees and students
• Relays orders, take inventory and stocks supplies
• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
• Maintains safe environment
• Addresses patient population-specific needs
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree from an approved college or university and/or graduate of an accredited school of medical technology, or equivalent such as military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489. Personnel who, prior to 2/28/92 have qualified at the Medical Technologist level by achieving a satisfactory grade on a HHS examination. The above meets required criteria as defined by CLIA regulations for High Complexity testing (42 CFR 493.1489, Jan. 24, 2003).

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 6 months to 1 year Medical Lab Scientist experience in acute care facility

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Certified (registered) or registry-eligible in accordance with an approved certifying agency, e.g. ASCP, HHS, AMT. Registry eligible should obtain certification within 1 year from date of hire. Once certified, no annual renewals are required.

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