Medical Laboratory Scientist

CommonSpirit Health • Little Rock, AR

5d

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs complex laboratory testing to provide accurate, timely results that support patient diagnosis and treatment. The role carries out analytical procedures across laboratory disciplines, including hematology, chemistry, and microbiology; analyzes specimens; operates and maintains instruments; interprets results; and performs quality control. Success requires a strong scientific foundation, advanced technical proficiency, problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy and regulatory adherence.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA, required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• International Medical Laboratory Scientist certification, upon hire.
• Blood Banking certification, upon hire.
• Chemistry - ASCP certification, upon hire.
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist certification, upon hire.
• Clinical Laboratory Technologist certification, upon hire.
• Technologist in Molecular Biology certification, upon hire.
• Medical Laboratory Scientist - Med Technologist certification, upon hire.
• Medical Technologist AAB certification, upon hire.
• Technologist in Microbiology certification, upon hire.
• Medical Technologist AMT certification, upon hire.
• Specialist in Hematology certification, upon hire.
• Specialist in Microbiology certification, upon hire.
• Med Technologist - ASCP certification, upon hire.
• Histotechnologist certification, upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report waived, moderately complex, and highly complex tests on patient specimens in accordance with the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures.
• Support patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, prompt notification of appropriate caregivers about critical values, and completion of testing within established turnaround-time limits.
• Maintain major automated equipment, including required maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting; contact instrument vendors for assistance or repairs when needed.
• Perform calibration and quality control procedures and maintain records to ensure testing remains within established parameters.
• Perform assigned proficiency testing and review results with laboratory clinical leaders.
• Assist with evaluating and generating compliant documentation for validation of new procedures and equipment.

Benefits

• Benefits that complement and support work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time