Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Sentara Hospitals • Harrisonburg, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs laboratory tests; interprets results; documents and reports results. Maintains department equipment, instruments, and tools. Assumes responsibility for department operations as needed. Performs and completes laboratory tests and quality checks according to standard operating policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is required in medical laboratory science or related chemical, physical, or biological science.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical or biological science or Medical Laboratory Science from an accredited institution.
• ASCP or AMT certification required.
• Certification eligible applicants with American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) or American Medical Technologist (AMT) may be considered with proof of eligibility prior to date of employment.
• Certification for eligible employees shall be acquired within one year from date of hire.
• Certification must remain current for continued employment.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory tests
• Interprets results
• Documents and reports results
• Maintains department equipment, instruments, and tools
• Assumes responsibility for department operations as needed
• Performs and completes laboratory tests and quality checks according to standard operating policies and procedures

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
• Free and convenient parking
• EAP – 24 x 7

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees