Under limited supervision, responsible for independently applying clinical laboratory techniques in the performance of test procedures to provide data used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

• Assists in the daily operations of the laboratory, exercising good judgement and responsibility in all areas of testing. 
• Troubleshoots technical/non-technical problems of a highly complex nature. 
• Reviews and documents quality control data and performs corrective action on failed tests. 
• Reviews all quality assurance data and generates the appropriate reports for review. 
• Provides supervision to entry level staff and manages the laboratory in the Supervisor’s absence. Assigns duties to laboratory staff. 
• Secures media and supplies for clinical testing and research studies and manages supply requests. 
• Assists in the review and revision of laboratory policies and procedures and in the preparation for laboratory inspections by various regulatory/accrediting agencies.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Position requires advanced, technical skills in performing and analyzing various clinical laboratory tests and procedures. 
• Knowledge of general laboratory, safety and quality control, principles, techniques, and terminology. Excellent customer service skills, for both internal and external customers. 
• Ability to work in a Laboratory Information System. Strong computer skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; able to follow written and verbal instructions. 
• Ability to keep accurate, detailed records; use complex medical equipment.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION:

• MLS Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist required upon hire