Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Laboratory Technician | Part time | Days/Nights

Singing River Health System • Pascagoula, MS

8d • Onsite

About The Position

At Singing River Health System, the Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), also referred to as a Medical Technologist (MT), evaluates specimens for acceptability and performs accurate testing according to established laboratory protocols and procedures. The MLS/MT verifies results before reporting them and reports results promptly. The role includes maintaining and calibrating laboratory instruments and equipment, troubleshooting instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient specimens, and following laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions, safety, and exposure control for bloodborne and airborne pathogens. Phlebotomy, including venipunctures, finger sticks, and bleeding times, is performed when appropriate for the patient.

The position requires in-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, and instruments; attention to detail over extended periods; and skill in operating laboratory equipment. The MLS/MT works cooperatively with employees and departments and applies appropriate clinical judgment and professional skills to patients of all ages. This is a part-time PRN position at Singing River Pascagoula Hospital, with 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM or 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Work schedules may change according to hospital needs, including changes to days off, shifts, or weekends.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or a related scientific discipline, as required by CLIA.
• Registration as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT) at or within one year of job start.
• In-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, and instruments.
• Attention to detail for extended periods and skill in operating laboratory equipment.
• Ability to work with the understanding that errors may have serious consequences for patients.
• Ability to work assigned schedules, including possible changes involving days off, shifts, or weekends.
• Keen mental faculties, assessment, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate in person and by telephone.
• Emotional stability conducive to working with high stress levels; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask in complex situations.
• Ability to maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships.
• Superior customer service skills and professional etiquette.
• Proficient computer and keyboard skills and ability to use office technology, including telephone, fax, MS Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to perceive sounds at normal speaking levels and make fine sound distinctions, with or without correction.
• Close visual acuity and ability to shift focus between a computer monitor and nearby printed material.
• Ability to remain active for extended periods without undue fatigue.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate specimens for acceptability for testing.
• Perform accurate and appropriate testing according to established laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Verify the accuracy of results before reporting and report results in a timely manner.
• Perform maintenance and calibration of instruments and equipment as appropriate.
• Troubleshoot instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient specimens when problems occur.
• Follow laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions, safety procedures, and exposure control for bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
• Perform phlebotomy, including venipunctures, finger sticks, and bleeding times, when appropriate.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with employees and departments.
• Apply appropriate clinical judgment and professional skills to patients of all ages.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time