Mercy Health-posted 1 day ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Youngstown, OH
5,001-10,000 employees

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Medical Laboratory Scientists (sometimes referred to as clinical laboratory scientists, or medical technologists) are responsible for performing all aspects of testing on patient samples in an attempt to detect the absence or presence of a number of diseases. These medical professionals may examine a host of different types of samples, including various body fluids, feces, cells and tissues. Upon conclusion of the testing, the Medical Laboratory Scientist will report back to the ordering physician and consult with him or her about the results. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. We believe your best is yet to come. At Mercy Health, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

  • Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures; interprets and analyzes results.
  • Identifies and corrects problems within the scope of training and education.
  • Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and validates lab equipment.
  • Performs, records, and evaluates Quality Control.
  • Assists Lead, Supervisor, or Manager with inventory, schedules, and safety.
  • Conducts competency assessments.
  • May be responsible for developing and evaluating new methods of testing, depending on their experience and position.
  • For BSMH, MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)
  • For RSFH (as of 3/27/25), if registry-eligible, must achieve certification within 12 months from hire date.
  • Bachelors, Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Science/Biology/Biochemistry through a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) approved program (required)
  • Active Listening
  • Service Orientation
  • Coordination
  • Verbal and Written Communication Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Customer Service
  • Organization
  • Time Management
  • Keyboarding
  • Microsoft Office
  • Telephone Skills
  • Lab Information Systems
  • Laboratory Diagnostic Tests
  • Analyze data
  • Laboratory equipment
  • Quality assurance and control
  • Documentation
  • FDA health laws and regulations.
  • Medical Terminology
  • Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
  • Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
  • Perform shift work
  • Maneuver weight of patients
  • Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
  • Reach above shoulder
  • Repetitive arm/hand movements
  • Finger Dexterity
  • Color Vision
  • Acuity - far
  • Acuity - near
  • Depth perception
  • Use of latex products
  • Externship program completed (preferred)
  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
  • Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
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