Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLT, MLS)

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital•Torrington, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs, interprets, and correlates clinical laboratory tests by following established protocols to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating illness and disease. The role uses complex problem-solving skills to resolve clinical and instrument problems. The position is based at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, a 122-bed general acute care community hospital in Torrington, Connecticut, serving residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university, with 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) in biology, including one semester in microbiology, and 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) in chemistry, including one semester in organic chemistry or biochemistry. These credits may be included in or additional to the bachelor's degree.
ASCP or equivalent categorical/generalist certification within 90 days of employment.
Ability to adopt H3W Leadership behaviors and serve as a strong H3W ambassador.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal, written, and listening communication skills, and good leadership abilities.
Ability to comply with OSHA and applicable regulatory requirements and follow established procedures.

Responsibilities

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