[Hiring] Traveling Medical Laboratory Scientist @RTI International

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description Traveling Medical Laboratory Scientists are responsible for: • Receive and record biological and environmental samples. • Processing blood, urine, oral rinse, and swab samples. • Labeling cryovials and entering sample data into the sample management system. • Performing quality control activities as instructed. • Preparing biological shipments according to U.S. and international regulations. • Setting up and packing up the laboratory and interview rooms. • Managing and maintaining equipment and supplies. • Completing required forms to supervisor, as requested. • Following study protocols and infection control guidelines. • Attending and completing all required project training. • This position involves lifting equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Qualifications • Must be at least 21 years old. • Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • Professional training in a laboratory science or related field. • Minimum 1 year of lab experience in CLIA-certified setting. • Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) in a CLIA-certified health care setting. • CPR certification (or willingness to obtain within 3 months). • Experience with biological sample processing and shipping. • Experience processing, storing, and shipping all types of biological samples. • Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and shipping regulations for biological samples. • Strong communication and organizational skills. • Flexibility in assigned work schedules and tasks is essential. • Basic computer proficiency and clerical skills. • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to work well independently and in a team environment. • Ability to lift equipment up to 50 lbs. • Must possess a valid driver’s license. • In order to travel by air, federal law requires individuals to have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID, or TSA approved alternative. Preferred Qualifications for Ideal Candidates • Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA) or current licensure as a MT/MLS/CLT in state of residence. • Phlebotomy experience. • Fluency in Spanish. • Willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to operate MEC vehicles (38 feet in length and over 26,000 lbs. in weight) to various study locations. Apply tot his job