Medical Laboratory Scientist, Sr (Full-time) - Kapiolani Medical Center, HI

Sonic Healthcare USA•Honolulu, HI

11d•$38 - $42

About The Position

We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members! Quality is in our DNA -- is it in yours? You put the pro in medical laboratory professional. You’ve got problem-solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the technical training to deliver quality results. You’re also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career. Join our front line of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and well-being of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions. This opportunity is: Location: Honolulu, HI Status: Full-time Days/Hours: TBD Base hourly pay: $38.40 to $42.42 Sign-on Bonus/Relocation, Eligible In this role, you will: The Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist is part of the management team and, as such, performs limited supervisory roles. Each Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist will be assigned a specific area in which they will become a subject matter expert (SME) and assist the remainder of the management team, including the Laboratory Director, Technical Director, Laboratory Manager, and Supervisor, in assuring the area achieves accurate, reliable, and timely testing service. Perform a vital part of the patient care process through moderate and high-complexity testing. Analyze, review, and report testing results. Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement effective solutions. Work in a fast-paced laboratory environment with biological and chemical hazards Champion safety, compliance, and quality control

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/ Medical Laboratory Scientist or related science from an accredited program
Current active certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) as a Medical Laboratory Scientist t (MLS), also known as MT/CLS or American Medical Technologist as Medical Laboratory Technician or MLT (AMT)
A minimum (4) years of clinical laboratory experience in a hospital/commercial lab setting is required.
Good computer knowledge (Word and Excel) and skills in lab information systems.
Valid and current State of Hawaii license as a Technologist
Successfully passed company Pre-Employment drug screen and periodic and random thereafter
For hospital settings, additional requirements may apply and change without notice, including, but not limited to, criminal background checks, health clearance, and hospital compliance training.

Nice To Haves

Previous specialized experience in microbiology and blood banking is preferred for MT Sr. assigned to these departments.
2+ years of laboratory training or experience performing high-complexity testing within the area of specialty

Responsibilities

The Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist is part of the management team and, as such, performs limited supervisory roles.
Each Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist will be assigned a specific area in which they will become a subject matter expert (SME) and assist the remainder of the management team, including the Laboratory Director, Technical Director, Laboratory Manager, and Supervisor, in assuring the area achieves accurate, reliable, and timely testing service.
Perform a vital part of the patient care process through moderate and high-complexity testing.
Analyze, review, and report testing results.
Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement effective solutions.
Work in a fast-paced laboratory environment with biological and chemical hazards
Champion safety, compliance, and quality control