Medical Lab Scientist - Full Time - Evenings

Nebraska Methodist Hospital•Council Bluffs, IA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

A Medical Laboratory Scientist that conducts diagnostic laboratory tests that are important in detecting, analyzing, and treating a wide variety of diseases and medical conditions. This role is located at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital and involves a 40-hour work week, typically in the evenings with 4 - 10 hour shifts. The schedule includes every third weekend and rotating holidays. Nebraska Methodist Health System offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a great work environment where all employees are valued, fostering a culture of exceptional care and making a real difference in the communities served.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology required.
OR Bachelor of Science (BS) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree with a Certificate from a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)/Medical Technology (MT)/Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) program required.
Current Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent required within 6 months of hire (or previously qualified or could have qualified as a technologist under CFR 493.1491 on or before February 28, 1992) or will be demoted to a non-certified position.
Knowledge of medications and treatments used in patient care required.
Skilled in critical thinking for determining alternative solutions or solving problems required.
Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with staff and customers required.
Skilled in operating a computer, including a computer mouse and keyboard, required.
Able to follow written and verbal instructions required.
Able to work in a diverse environment required.
Able to work as a team required.
Able to keep patient information confidential required.
Able to read, write, and comprehend various written reports and documents required.

Nice To Haves

1 year of experience in applicable section of laboratory is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform duties of a Medical Laboratory Scientist, including accurately performing, evaluating appropriateness, and reporting tests/analyses requested on patient specimens on all assigned routine benches.
Utilize time efficiently to complete assignments and assist coworkers.
Ensure quality control, calibration, and routine maintenance are completed and documented 100% of the time.
Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines 100% of the time.
Accommodate patient and laboratory needs by professionally responding to requests for flexibility in duties, schedules, and staffing.
Document orientation, training, and education to ensure employee competence, provide excellent services, and meet accreditation requirements through effective verbal or written communication.
Ensure organizational and department competencies are completed 100% of the time.
Provide evidence that new procedures and procedure revisions are read and understood.
Maintain knowledge of regulatory and accreditation agency requirements and quality assurance activities.
Complete proficiency testing as assigned and submit by the deadline.
Assist technical coordinator or section leader with problem resolution and follow-up reports for proficiency tests as requested.
Assist with the completion of quality control and Quality Assurance activities.
Achieve section/organization quality goals.