Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLT, MLS)

Manchester Memorial Hospital•Manchester, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs, interprets, and correlates clinical laboratory tests by following established protocols to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating illness and disease. Uses complex problem-solving skills to resolve clinical and instrument problems. The role is based at 71 Haynes Street and is primarily on the first shift, though the employee may be asked to work another shift as needed to accommodate a call-out or day off. Hartford HealthCare’s Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees and includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, Rockville General, a multispecialty provider group, and visiting nurse services. The region serves approximately 300,000 people across 19 towns.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Sixteen semester hours (24 quarter hours) in biology, including one semester in microbiology; these credits may be obtained within or in addition to the bachelor’s degree.
Sixteen semester hours (24 quarter hours) in chemistry, including one semester in organic chemistry or biochemistry; these credits may be obtained within or in addition to the bachelor’s degree.
ASCP or equivalent categorical/generalist certification within 90 days of employment.
Ability to adopt H3W Leadership behaviors and become a strong H3W ambassador.
Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills.
Good leadership abilities.
Ability to comply with OSHA and applicable regulatory requirements by following established procedures.

Responsibilities

Perform clinical laboratory tests according to established protocols.
Interpret and correlate clinical laboratory test results to assist in physician diagnosis and treatment of illness and disease.
Use complex problem-solving skills to resolve clinical and instrument problems.
Follow established procedures to comply with OSHA and applicable regulatory requirements, maintain a safe laboratory environment, and meet accreditation standards.