Medical Laboratory Scientist | Full Time | Night Shift | University Hospital

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare • Memphis, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. The Medical Laboratory Scientist I is responsible for performing, evaluating, and reporting of technical laboratory procedures on patient specimens for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Follows established procedures to ensure laboratory quality control and compliance with professional standards of practice. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview The Medical Laboratory Scientist I is responsible for performing, evaluating, and reporting of technical laboratory procedures on patient specimens for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Follows established procedures to ensure laboratory quality control and compliance with professional standards of practice. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology
• No prior work experience
• AMT Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Medical Technologists
• Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
• Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory information systems.
• Ability to organize tasks and projects work without close supervision to complete tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree Natural Science
• Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society of Clinical Pathologists
• International Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society of Clinical Pathologists
• Medical Technologist - Tennessee Department of Health - Medical Laboratory Board
• AAB Medical Technologist - American Association of Bioanalysts

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
• Reports test results in a timely manner according to established laboratory protocols.
• Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
• Effectively manages resources such as productivity, supplies, instruments and equipment.
• Plans work and completes job responsibilities in an efficient and productive manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level