Medical Laboratory Scientist II - PRN - Bethesda, MD

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Casual On-Call, Night Shift

Friday & Saturday, 11pm-7:30am, every other weekend

Suburban Hospital is a 228-bed, not-for-profit, community-based hospital in Bethesda, Maryland. Suburban Hospital is a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine and has served Montgomery County and the surrounding area for more than 65 years. The designated trauma center for Montgomery County, Suburban Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission and has earned ANCC Magnet Recognition for nursing excellence. At Suburban Hospital, our greatest passion is our staff members' commitment to delivering the best patient- and family-centered care possible.

What Awaits You

• Career growth and development
• Tuition Assistance
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

Job Summary

Performs complex laboratory tests and analyses to aid in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases. Works with advanced laboratory equipment, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of test results, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborates with healthcare professionals to provide critical data that influences patient care decisions.

Essential Functions

• Performs a wide range of laboratory tests, including hematology, microbiology, immunology, chemistry, transfusion activities, and molecular diagnostics.
• Analyzes and interprets test results, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Performs procedures related to blood banking and transfusion services.
• Collects and prepares biological samples, such as blood, urine, and tissue, for analysis; ensures proper labeling, handling, and storage of samples to maintain integrity.
• Operates and maintains sophisticated laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Performs routine calibration and troubleshooting of equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory standards, including CLIA, CAP, and OSHA.
• Records and documents test results in the laboratory information management system.
• Prepares detailed reports and communicate findings to healthcare providers.

Qualifications

• Candidates must meet minimum educational requirements for state-applicable certification and/or licensure:

Florida: Associate degree in medical laboratory technology or laboratory science from an accredited institute in conjunction with Fl State Licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution with FL StateLicensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist;

Maryland & District of Columbia: Bachelor’s Degree in medical laboratory technology, or a related field from an accredited institution

• One year of relevant education may be substituted for one year of required work experience or one year of relevant professional-level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education. If licensure/certification requires a certain level of education, anything over that level of education can be used in equivalency calculations.
• Minimum 2 Years of Experience in a clinical laboratory setting (Required)
• Certification as Medical Technologist (MT, MLS) from ASCP or other approved agency. For candidatespracticing in state of Florida: Clinical Laboratory Technologist License in the area(s) of responsibility from theState of Florida is required Upon Hire (Required)

Salary Range: Minimum 45.88/hour - Maximum 45.88/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.