Medical Lab Scientist - Flow Cytometry Lab
About The Position
Nebraska Medicine is now taking applications for a talented individual to join us as a Medical Lab Scientist on the main campus. This role will be great for someone that has a passion for the lab and caring for the patients we serve. This role will interact with all service lines, in particular hematology/oncology. Perform diagnostic testing to assist physicians and other healthcare professionals in the screening, diagnosis and treatment of patients. Use comprehensive knowledge to accurately perform and evaluate highly complex laboratory testing in an efficient manner. Demonstrate behavioral skills that contribute to a productive work environment and provide excellent customer service.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and completion of a certified clinical program in medical laboratory science OR Cytotechnology certification required.
- Effective communication skills, initiative, teamwork, and flexibility required.
- As stipulated by law in CLIA’88 (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988), to meet the qualifications of a cytologist one must have graduated from a school of cytotechnology accredited by CAHEA whose role is now being fulfilled by CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs).
- Certified medical laboratory scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists MLS(ASCP), American Medical Technologist (AMT) or equivalent within 12 months eligibility/graduation required.
- Equivalent certifications include Medical Technologist (MT (ASCP)) OR Clinical Laboratory Scientist certified by the National Credentialing Agency (CLS (NCA)) prior to 2004; have previously qualified as a technologist under 42 CFR.1433 §493.1491amended 01/19/93 [58 FR 5236] on or before 2/28/92; or International certification and qualification: International Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCPi) 1 with approval from the ASCPi required.
- Individuals who were certified beginning January 1, 2004 maintaining their certification by participation in the ASCP ---Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program (ASCP)CM required.
Nice To Haves
- Progressive, successful experience in clinical laboratory medicine preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic testing to assist physicians and other healthcare professionals in the screening, diagnosis and treatment of patients.
- Use comprehensive knowledge to accurately perform and evaluate highly complex laboratory testing in an efficient manner.
- Demonstrate behavioral skills that contribute to a productive work environment and provide excellent customer service.
Benefits
- up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance
- a 35% discount at Clarkson College
- career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
