Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) II

Processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens; reviews and reports lab results; performs operational duties, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment, acts as resource to other laboratory personnel. Has additional advanced clinical and operational responsibilities in department.

Responsibilities

• Processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens; 
• reviews and reports lab results; 
• performs operational duties, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment, acts as resource to other laboratory personnel. 
• Additional responsibilities may include billing and inventory management, equipment selection, validation, and implementation; document control (SOPs); 
• training and competency assessment, quality, and performance.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

Required

• Education: 
  • Associate degree or equivalent experience; 
  • graduate of accredited school of medical laboratory technicians or equivalent. 
  • The above meets required criteria as defined by CLIA regulations for High Complexity testing (42 CFR 493.1489, Jan. 24, 2003).  
• Experience: 2 years as a medical laboratory technician.   
• Certification/License: 
  • Registered in accordance with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, AMT or equivalent). 
  • Licensure, as required by state law.