Medical Laboratory Scientist
About The Position
Medical Laboratory Scientist Full-Time I Third Shift (2200-0630) Laboratory I Lexington, KY Baptist Health Clinical Lab and Pathology Department, where science meets compassion and precision meets care. We are dedicated to ensuring that every test, every result, and every patient matters. We demonstrate this by providing state-of-the-art technology; an expert team of pathologists and technicians; comprehensive services; fast and reliable results; a patient-centered approach; and commitment to continuous improvement. Description: Maintains technical competency as related to the job functions. Understands pertinent LIS functions and performs downtime procedures effectively. Evaluates each procedure performed and chooses appropriate investigative techniques as indicated. Identifies and resolves problems that may adversely affect test results and notifies appropriate personnel. Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections or by recognizing abnormal/unusual results. Documents unacceptable specimens according to policy. Communicates specimen requirements to appropriate personnel. Assesses job functions and takes appropriate action when problems are detected. Identifies problems with specimens, test orders, registration and takes appropriate action. Handles troubleshooting professionally and communicates with coworkers and customers when delays occur. Expected to utilize complex problem-solving skills in resolving clinical and instrument problems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Certified or eligible for certification in clinical laboratory science by recognized certifying agencies.
- Certification must be achieved within one year of hire.
Responsibilities
- Maintains technical competency as related to the job functions.
- Understands pertinent LIS functions and performs downtime procedures effectively.
- Evaluates each procedure performed and chooses appropriate investigative techniques as indicated.
- Identifies and resolves problems that may adversely affect test results and notifies appropriate personnel.
- Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections or by recognizing abnormal/unusual results.
- Documents unacceptable specimens according to policy.
- Communicates specimen requirements to appropriate personnel.
- Assesses job functions and takes appropriate action when problems are detected.
- Identifies problems with specimens, test orders, registration and takes appropriate action.
- Handles troubleshooting professionally and communicates with coworkers and customers when delays occur.
- Expected to utilize complex problem-solving skills in resolving clinical and instrument problems.
Benefits
- Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
- Retirement with Company Match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
