Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician - FT Flex Evening Shift

ChristianaCare • Newark, DE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The ChristianaCare General Laboratory, located on the Newark campus, is actively seeking a Full-time Flex Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician. This position operates on an Evening Shift, from 2:30pm to 11:00pm, and requires working every other weekend and two to three holidays annually. ChristianaCare is recognized by Forbes magazine as one of the best large health systems to work for in the United States. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, ChristianaCare is a dynamic health system dedicated to improving health outcomes, enhancing access to high-quality care, and reducing healthcare costs. The system encompasses an extensive network of outpatient services, home health care, medical aid units, two hospitals with a combined 1,227 beds, Delaware's only Level I trauma center, a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a comprehensive stroke center, and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care, and women’s health. As a not-for-profit teaching health system, ChristianaCare supports over 260 residents and fellows and is consistently ranked as a Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. The organization is committed to shaping the future of healthcare through data-powered care coordination, population health initiatives, and value-based care.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Biochemistry or equivalent BS degree which requires completion of clinical rotations through an approved education program required.
• Completion of an associate degree in medical laboratory technology
• Knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of infection control techniques and procedures
• Ability to coordinate simultaneous tests and procedures with accuracy
• Skill in the use of automated laboratory equipment

Nice To Haves

• ASCP Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs all test procedures as listed in the procedure manual.
• Performs and records all scheduled instrument preventative maintenance procedures.
• Follows established quality control procedures, documenting corrective action if necessary.
• Adheres to all turnaround times, document calls as necessary, verifies critical values and specimen identification.
• Verifies completion of all stat results and all routine results in a timely manner.
• Records workload and other statistics into computer system as necessary.
• Performs assigned work safely adhering to established department safety rules and practices.
• Performs other related duties as instructed.

Benefits

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision and other insurance benefits
• 403 (b) with an employer match
• Diverse and Inclusive culture
• Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out
• 12 week paid parental leave
• Competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees