Clinical Lab Scientist
About The Position
Clinical Lab Scientist/Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Specialist (CLS/MT/MLS) Schedule: this position is for mid-shift Clinical Lab Scientist with specialty in Microbiology. Microbiology experience is preferred. Your experience matters Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Clinical Lab Scientist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
Requirements
- Applicants should have a bachelors degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or equivalent.
- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification or eligibility required.
Nice To Haves
- Microbiology experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing.
- Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner.
- Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports/documents results per organizational standards.
- Performs automated tests using computerized instruments & automated equipment and reports them to the patient, physician or registered nurse.
- Performs Quality Assurance work to ensure accuracy of equipment.
- Performs and determines accuracy of technical lab procedures.
- Maintains records of procedures performed, the patient results and the quality control required for all procedures performed. Maintains accurate and complete records of all quality control tests completed.
- Assures that all out-of-control procedures are followed and that there is documentation of remedial actions taken.
- Performs all preventive maintenance of laboratory instrumentation, as assigned. Reads and understands all procedure manuals on an annual basis.
- Collects biological specimens. Prepares and forwards biological specimens to appropriate reference laboratory according to departmental procedures.
- Provides instruction to students/new employees about procedures and departmental policies.
- Checks available supplies and reports deficiencies to supervisor in a timely manner.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
