Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead

Company Description

When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you’re coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You’re embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you’ll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution.

UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade ‘A’ hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we’ve been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.

Under general supervision performs complex analyses on a variety of sample types, utilizing independent judgment to generate acceptable test results. Performs as lead by managing workflow, mentoring others and serving as a clinical and technical resource.

• Independently performs responsibilities of MLS I, MLS II and MLS III.
• Leads quality improvement initiatives as a member of a multi-disciplinary patient care services team. Develops and leads efforts to improve regulatory compliance within and beyond the department.
• Assists leadership team with interviewing, orienting, training and supervising. Provides input to leadership team for performance evaluations and corrective actions.
• Collaborates with leadership in identifying gaps and opportunities for professional development and strategic organizational initiatives. Facilitates in creating a positive departmental culture.
• Assists leadership in identification and resolution of complex clinical and operational issues.
• Responsible for regulatory and accreditation agency preparation and participation.
• Performs duties as assigned related to the job description.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, biology or related sciences and minimum of three years’ experience in a clinical laboratory required or; an Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, or completion of Military Laboratory Technology with a minimum of five years of experience.

Experience:

Three years’ experience in clinical laboratory required with a Bachelor’s degree, or five years of experience in a clinical laboratory with an Associate’s degree or completion of Military Laboratory Technician program required.

Licensure/

Certifications:

ASCP or equivalent preferred.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

• Pay Range: $33.36 – $46.70
• Other Compensation (if applicable):

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