Medical Laboratory Scientist, Core Lab PRN
Company: University of Maryland Medical System
Location: Largo
Posted on: November 22, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Company Description Located in Largo in the
heart of Prince George’s County, our new state-of-the-art regional
medical center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) will provide
improved access to primary and ambulatory care services, and serve
as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition,
our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community
partner to help improve the health status of Prince George’s County
residents. Job Description PRN variable days/hours, includes every
other weekend eve or night shift The Medical Laboratory Scientist
II (MLS II) role, under general supervision, performs analyses on a
variety of sample types. Maintains proper records and utilizes
independent judgement to generate acceptable test results.
Responsible for quality, efficiency and safety in the performance
of laboratory functions. Serves as a fully effective and
participative member of the multidisciplinary patient care services
team. Performs routine and specialized laboratory testing in their
assigned specialty area following all standard operating
procedures. Correlates laboratory findings with disease states;
integrates and relates data from other laboratory specialty areas;
confirms abnormal results and resolves specimen and testing
discrepancies. Institutes appropriate follow-up measures for
unusual test results. Calibrates instruments; performs and
documents preventative and corrective maintenance on instruments
and equipment Troubleshoots most routine technical and analytical
problems including specimen collection problems within minimal
supervision. Monitors and reviews quality control data and quality
assurance information to determine reliability and acceptability of
patient results. Assists in documentation of quality occurrences.
Initiates corrective actions for quality control and other quality
and/or service problems. Performs duties and documents information
in compliance with a variety of regulatory and accreditation
standards. Performs testing on proficiency testing samples as
required. Assures tests are completed in a timely manner per
turnaround time expectations of the Department and that all pending
test reports are reconciled in a timely manner. Provides
orientation and training to new employees in the assigned
laboratory sections. Attends continuing education sessions as
required. Assists in reviewing standard operating procedures as
requested. Maintains a neat and organized bench area replenishing
supplies as needed. May serve as charge technologist on assigned
shifts; in this capacity, troubleshoots laboratory operations
problems and initiates corrective actions. Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology , biology or
related sciences preferred; an Associate Degree in Medical
Laboratory Technology or related field or completion of Military
Laboratory Technician program with experience required. Experience:
Three years of clinical laboratory experience required.
Licensure/Certifications: ASCP or equivalent preferred. Additional
Information All your information will be kept confidential
according to EEO guidelines. Compensation Pay Range: $30.78 -
$43.09 Other Compensation (if applicable): Review the 2024-2025
UMMS Benefits Guide
Keywords: University of Maryland Medical System, Largo , Medical Laboratory Scientist, Core Lab PRN, Science, Research & Development , Largo, Florida
