Medical Lab Scientist WEO - North Liberty Hospital

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on incentive of $5,000 based on years of experience! (Current UI employees are not eligible for incentive)

The Department of Pathology-Medical Center North Liberty is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist. This position will utilize a variety of procedures involving highly complex analytical lab test methodology and techniques, perform quantitative and qualitative clinical laboratory analysis on biological specimens such as blood, tissue and body fluids. These procedures will utilize a variety of procedures, many involving numerous highly complex tests and techniques that require the use of professional judgment. Provide technical expertise and information used to diagnose, prevent or treat disease.

This position will be 60%25 weekend option. Working hours are Saturday-Sunday, 1830-0700  This position will be responsible for working all holidays that fall on Saturday/Sunday and will be allowed two weekends off each 6-month period.

• Perform highly complex quantitative and qualitative analysis on chemical, hematological, microbiological or immunology clinical and research specimens.

• Provide technical direction and oversight on all levels of testing complexity and analysis on biological specimens such as blood, tissue/organs and body fluids.

• Conduct comprehensive evaluation of laboratory test results. Provide information to health care provider regarding test methodology and interpretation.

• Provide technical assistance and training to staff on interpretation of quality assurance issues.

• Provide mentoring and oversight to staff when investigating and initiating corrective action for quality assurance issues involving patient samples.

• Provide assistance and input on performance evaluation measures for staff.

• Perform statistical analysis of quality control data associated with assigned laboratory testing and initiate corrective action based on statistical results.

• Report and document variances according to regulatory agency guidelines.

• Responsible for the operation, calibration, maintenance and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation. Participate in evaluation of equipment and recommend product for acquisition.

• Evaluate reagent comparisons and results, and recommend changes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

• Assure compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements of the laboratory section (JCAHO, CAP, FDA, AABB).

• Write and revise laboratory procedures according to NCLLS guidelines.

• Train and instruct new staff members and other health care professional (residents, medical students, etc.) on test techniques, development and test interpretation.

• Provide positive and professional training for the Clinical Laboratory Scientist Clinical Training Program within the section.

• Provide performance management feedback and may provide input into performance evaluations.

• Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.

Pay grade: 6

SEIU Pay Plan | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology program from an accredited institution.

• Six (6) months – One (1) year clinical laboratory experience, which may include program training experience is required.

• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or a categorical/specialist certification in the appropriate laboratory discipline from American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) from Health Education and Welfare (HEW) is required.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a laboratory performing moderate and/or high complexity testing in blood baking, chemistry, hematology, and/or microbiology, which may include program training experience, is highly desired.

Position and Application details: 

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as required to the submission:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

For additional questions, please contact [email protected]