Medical Laboratory Scientist
Baltimore, Maryland
University of Maryland Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Laboratory Specialist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Part-time, Saturday shift only
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in Laboratory specialty
• Travel Experience: Prior travel experience NOT required; first-time travelers considered
• Certifications Required:

  • ASCP (required)
  • BLS (preferred)
  • ASCP-MLS (preferred)

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

Identification & Employment Verification

• I9 or Attestation required
• Government Issued Photo ID required
• E-Verify or Attestation required

Background Checks

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start
• HHS/OIG check within 30 days of start
• Education verification for highest level of education
• Maryland State Exclusions List check within 30 days of start

Certifications (as applicable)

• ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, STABLE (refer to job/unit description for applicability)
• Tech Certification Verification (national) as applicable by profession
• State License Verification (primary source)
• NURSYS Verification for RN, LPN/LVN, AP
• NIH Stroke Certification (required for certain units)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) as applicable

Competency Exams (as applicable)

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (within 1 year of start)
• Color Blind Testing (required for all candidates)
• Competency Exam (within 1 year of start)
• Age Specific Competency Exam (required for all, including CNAs)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (required for most units except certain roles)

Facility Specific Documents

• Passport/Badge style photo with solid white/beige background
• Confidentiality Agreement signed prior to start
• Dress Code reviewed prior to start
• Latex Allergy Questionnaire completed by all candidates
• Standards of Conduct and Employee Confidentiality Statement completed prior to start
• Badge ID Application completed prior to start
• Job Description signed prior to start (RN and Non-RN versions)
• Portfolio Training Test Out Form (time sensitive, related to Epic training)

Health Requirements

• Physical Exam within 1 year of start, including Latex Screen
• Fit Test within 1 year of start (specific mask models accepted)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination (required for units working with children)
• Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray with specific guidelines, updated annually
• TB Questionnaire if positive TB result
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or declination accepted, series not accepted)
  • Varicella
• Negative 9 Panel Drug Screen within 30 days prior to start (instant tests NOT accepted)
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or Medical/Religious exemption required during flu season
• COVID vaccine NOT required for this location; exemptions accepted if required elsewhere

References and Employment History

• Two supervisory references within 1 year of start (Charge RNs, Supervisors, or Managers acceptable)
• Agency application/resume completed within 30 days of start
• Verification of previous 5 years of employment history (attestation accepted if necessary)

Summary

This is a travel/contract Laboratory position in Baltimore, MD, requiring a minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience. The role is part-time on Saturdays only and welcomes first-time travelers. ASCP certification is required, with BLS and ASCP-MLS preferred. Extensive background checks, certifications, competency exams, health screenings, and documentation are required prior to start.