Clinical Lab Scientist , 2nd Shift, Hoxworth Blood Center, Quality Control Laboratory

Clinical Lab Scientist 1 / 2, 2nd Shift, Hoxworth Blood Center, Quality Control Laboratory

The University of Cincinnati, Hoxworth Blood Center, Quality Control Laboratory (QCL) is recruiting several full-time (100% FTE) Clinical Lab Scientists (Level 1 or
2) for second shift. We seek motivated individuals with strong critical thinking, communication, and independent work skills. Experience in blood banking is preferred. Responsibilities include performing routine and complex quality control testing on blood and blood components, as well as high-level evaluation, review, and interpretation of test results. Candidates must be able to perform with minimal supervision, be proficient in computerized data entry and retrieval functions, and communicate effectively across departments.

Compensation and

Schedule:

Sign on Bonus: $5,000

Starting pay range (based on experience):
Clinical Lab Scientist 1 - $28-30/hour Clinical Lab Scientist 2 - $31-34/hour

2nd Shift Available (10-hour shifts): 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Candidates will be expected to work rotating weekends - 1 to 2 weekends per month - 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM

Shift differential: $4/hour

No on-call hours required

Please Note:

This position does not offer visa sponsorship.

Essential Functions:

• Perform testing, interpret and record results.
• Perform quality control and proficiency testing.
• Comply with cGMP requirements (in appropriate areas) regarding test interpretation and validity of results.
• Communicate and report test results to external customers, as well as internal.
• Respond to other healthcare professionals' questions regarding results.
• Clerically process incoming patient blood samples.
• Compose written case reports for hospital patient referrals, when appropriate.
• Prepare laboratory reagents.
• Develop and perform reagent evaluation studies and other special projects with supervisory review.
• Quarantine and discard blood products with positive test results, when appropriate.
• Maintain equipment and clean, safe work area.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Clinical Lab Scientist 1 Required

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or Medical Laboratory Technology, or other related biological science. Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Trainings/

Certifications:

Require MLT or MLS Registry Eligibility and must obtain ASCP certificate within one year of date of hire.

OR

Clinical Lab Scientist 2 Required

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or Medical Laboratory Technology, or other related biological science. Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Trainings/

Certifications:

Requires MLT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), BB(ASCP), or SBB(ASCP) certification.

Required Experience:

Two (2) years of relevant experience.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

Sitting
- Continuously

Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often

Hearing, listening
- Often

Talking
- Often

Standing
- Often

Walking
- Often

Bending
- Often

Reaching overhead
- Often

Lifting - up to 20 pounds
- Often

Stooping
- Seldom

Climbing stairs/ladders
- Seldom

Kneeling, squatting
- Seldom

Crouching
- Seldom

Pulling, pushing
- Seldom

Lifting - up to 50 pounds
- Seldom

Lifting - over 50 pounds
- Seldom

Compensation and Benefits:

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)

Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs

Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process.

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