Medical Laboratory Scientist

What You Will Do

We are currently searching for a Medical Laboratory Scientist that will independently provide clinical support services to The National Institutes of Health, Clinical Center (CC), Department of Transfusion Medicine (DTM), Transfusion Services Laboratory (TSL). TSL performs specialized and technically demanding serologic and molecular immunohematologic procedures for clinical diagnostic transfusion support and research purposes. The DTM includes an FDA-licensed collection facility where the TSL manufactures the majority of blood components transfused in the CC.

Additionally, the role will provide transfusion medicine training for the various training programs sponsored by the CC, i.e., accredited Transfusion Medicine Fellowship and Specialists in Blood Banking programs. This is a full-time opportunity located in Bethesda, MD, with occasional on‑call responsibilities as part of a rotating schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Perform laboratory testing pre‑analytical, analytical and post‑analytical phases in accordance with regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
• Perform compatibility cross‑matching testing of donor and patient‑recipient samples using automated and manual techniques.
• Independently resolve routine RBC blood group antibody problems and perform moderately complex testing in consultation with technical specialist.
• Operate, calibrate, or maintain equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis, such as spectrophotometers, calorimeters, flame photometers, or computer‑controlled analyzers.
• Manages blood inventory, arranging for import/export of necessary blood components.
• Performs quality assurance functions in support of improving operations and methods.

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Ability to Obtain Public Trust

• Bachelor’s Degree
• A minimum of THREE (3) years of experience in medical/health technologies and/or as a medical technician.
• A minimum of THREE (3) years of blood bank experience in a laboratory environment is preferred.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Teams.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their public trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Accredited clinical laboratory science training program in laboratory science.

The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00–$. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and  protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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