Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist

2 weeks ago


Washington, United States Medstar Full time

Position Overview:
As a pivotal member of the Medstar team, the Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality laboratory services. This position involves performing both routine and advanced laboratory tests, while also providing expert guidance and insights across various clinical laboratory specialties to support disease diagnosis and treatment.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Conducts comprehensive laboratory testing in designated areas, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results.
2. Correlates laboratory outcomes with clinical conditions, integrating data from multiple laboratory disciplines to confirm abnormal findings and resolve specimen discrepancies.
3. Troubleshoots and resolves technical issues related to specimen collection, laboratory data, and instrumentation, directing corrective actions as per established protocols.
4. Monitors daily quality control measures, implementing necessary corrective actions to maintain compliance with quality assurance standards.
5. Engages in the education and training of laboratory personnel and students, evaluating their technical performance and providing constructive feedback.

Professional Development:
Participates in ongoing education by attending relevant workshops and seminars, accumulating the required continuing education hours and presenting in-services as needed.

Workplace Standards:
Maintains a clean and organized work environment, adhering to lean standards and decontaminating work surfaces and equipment according to laboratory protocols.

Technical Expertise:
Demonstrates advanced troubleshooting capabilities and maintains compliance with quality control and maintenance schedules. Submits reports for process improvements and resolves complex technical challenges independently.

Qualifications:
Education: A Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related field is required.
Experience: A minimum of 1-2 years of relevant clinical laboratory experience is necessary, with additional experience considered for advanced degrees.
Licenses: ASCP certification is required, with exceptions for candidates with extensive experience in the specialty.

This position offers a competitive compensation package, reflecting the importance of the role within the Medstar organization.



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