Medical Lab Scientist (MLS), Full-Time

Community Hospital•Grand Junction, CO

1d•$33 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Position Highlights: Job Type: Full-Time Location: Community Hospital Application Deadline: Open until (Date) Responsibilities: Perform all designated procedures competently, including Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Specimen Processing, Blood Bank, and Microbiology when designated. Set up and perform a variety of technical and complex tests following established procedures. Pulls various reports throughout the day to ensure complete, thorough and timely reporting of laboratory test results. Advises following shift about the status of any pending work. Interpret, correlate and report test results. Verify computer-generated reports. Investigate and address erroneous test values, irregularities, errors or instrument failures. Recognize and solve problems or determine alternative solutions for analysis if needed. Document all deviations from established procedures for review by Manager. Document all quality control failures and corrective action taken. Maintain accurate logs, records, files and all other required documentation. Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree, required. One (1) year of experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience Complete MLS program and receive ASCP MLS certification (ASCP) within 6 months of hire. Strong working knowledge of laboratory workflows as they relate to orders, requisitions, instrumentation, quality control, troubleshooting and CAP regulations or equivalent combination of education and experience Compensation: $33.00 - $37.95 per hour, depending on education and experience. Discretionary bonuses, relocation expenses, merit increase, market adjustments, recognition bonuses, and other forms of discretionary compensation may be available. Benefits: Medical, dental, vision insurance Life Insurance Free Parking Paid time off Education assistance 403(b) with employer matching Wellness Program Additional benefits based on employment status Additional Information: Relocation: Must relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 before starting work. Work Location: In-person/onsite Be Extraordinary. Join Us Today! Community Hospital recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, Community Hospital is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. Community Hospital does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, required.
One (1) year of experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Complete MLS program and receive ASCP MLS certification (ASCP) within 6 months of hire.
Strong working knowledge of laboratory workflows as they relate to orders, requisitions, instrumentation, quality control, troubleshooting and CAP regulations or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Perform all designated procedures competently, including Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Specimen Processing, Blood Bank, and Microbiology when designated.
Set up and perform a variety of technical and complex tests following established procedures.
Pulls various reports throughout the day to ensure complete, thorough and timely reporting of laboratory test results.
Advises following shift about the status of any pending work.
Interpret, correlate and report test results.
Verify computer-generated reports.
Investigate and address erroneous test values, irregularities, errors or instrument failures.
Recognize and solve problems or determine alternative solutions for analysis if needed.
Document all deviations from established procedures for review by Manager.
Document all quality control failures and corrective action taken.
Maintain accurate logs, records, files and all other required documentation.