Medical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Location: Multiple Locations Worldwide Job Type: Full-Time, Onsite

Medical Technologists play an integral role in the Department of War healthcare team by heading up laboratories in support of medical and scientific specialists or ensuring medical test accuracy for servicemembers and their families. As a Medical Technologist and Officer in the Medical Service Corps, you may:

• Work with highly skilled members of Navy medical teams to maintain the health and readiness of our service members, their families and those in need around the globe
• Perform and manage a full range of laboratory services, with responsibility for ensuring the accuracy of results and compliance with the industry's highest standards
• Provide clinical laboratory and blood bank support to deployed forces
• Supervise efficient operation of laboratory facilities at home and abroad
• Bear responsibility for assets and personnel

Medical Technologists may serve at any one of more than 250 Navy and medical facilities around the globe, from Hawaii to Japan, Germany to Guam and Washington, D.C., to Washington state. As a Medical Technologist, you could work at one of the highly acclaimed National Naval Medical Centers in Bethesda, MD, Portsmouth, VA, or San Diego, CA. Or you could provide medical support aboard one of two dedicated hospital ships—the USNS Comfort and USNS Mercy.

Upon graduation from medical school, those pursuing a Medical Technologist position are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, RI. ODS is a five-week program that provides a comprehensive and intense introduction to the responsibilities of Navy Staff Corps Officers. Here they learn about the military structure of the U.S. Navy, its rich history of traditions and customs, leadership development and military etiquette.

Once that training is complete, you will learn the ins and outs of life as a Medical Technologist and receive your first assignment. Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.

Post-Service Opportunities

It’s also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.

A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. You must also attend Officer Training. There may be exceptions to the degree requirements based on extensive service experience.

To qualify for employment consideration as a Medical Technologist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

• Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the United States
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and certification of completion of a one-year course of study in medical technology, conducted by a school or program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS)
• Certification as a medical technologist by a national certifying agency, such as the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or the National Certification Agency (NCA) for Medical Laboratory Personnel
• Two years of experience in a clinical laboratory as a medical technologist (The NAACLS program completion requirement may be waived if the applicant has at least four years of documented laboratory technician experience)
• Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
• Be between the ages of 18 and 41
• Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

Preferred Requirements

• Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale with emphasis in major coursework
• Supervisory experience in a hospital-based clinical laboratory
• Clinical experience in blood banking
• Evidence of continuing education through coursework, seminars, workshops, attendance at professional meetings, etc.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before.

What we offer - Competitive salary commensurate with experience - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits - 401(k) with employer match - Continuing education support and paid ASCP renewal - Collaborative team environment with experienced pathologists and clinical staff