Medical Lab Scientist MLS - Micro and Point of Care
About The Position
The Medical Lab Scientist for Micro and Point of Care is responsible for obtaining or receiving specimens, performing clinical laboratory tests by standardized procedures, understanding method principles, performing quality control and preventive maintenance, interpreting results accurately, acceptably and within critical limits, working independently to organize work to meet established deadlines, and validating all data obtained. Reading Hospital's Laboratory is CAP accredited and offers specialized testing, lab automation, and state-of-the-art equipment. The lab provides cross-training opportunities and the chance to participate in cross-functional process improvement teams. In Fiscal Year 2023, the lab performed 8.5 million tests across various disciplines and over 122,000 Anatomical Pathology tests, with more than 400,000 phlebotomy draws. The department comprises over 200 medical laboratory professionals and offers opportunities for advancement and career growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science - OR - Bachelor's in some other field of study AND completion of a Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science program - OR - MT-HEW certification will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree
- Clinical Laboratory Science Experience Required
- ASCP or AMT eligible
- Computer Skills to include use and navigation
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Multitasking
Nice To Haves
- Blood Bank Experience Preferred
Responsibilities
- Obtains or receives specimens.
- Performs clinical laboratory tests by standardized procedures.
- Understands method principles.
- Performs quality control and preventive maintenance.
- Interprets results accurately, acceptably and within critical limits.
- Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines.
- Validates all data obtained.
Benefits
- Generous time off
- Tuition assistance
- Comprehensive benefits
- Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Program
- Life Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
