Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) | Part Time | Nights

Singing River Health System • Ocean Springs, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Singing River Health System, the Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)/Medical Technologist (MT) evaluates specimens for acceptability and performs accurate, appropriate laboratory testing according to established protocols and procedures. The role verifies results before reporting and reports them in a timely manner. It also includes maintaining and calibrating instruments and equipment, troubleshooting problems involving instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient specimens, and following laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions, safety, and exposure control related to bloodborne and airborne pathogens.

The MLS/MT performs phlebotomy—including venipunctures, finger sticks, and bleeding times—as appropriate. The position requires in-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, and instruments; careful attention to detail; skill in operating laboratory equipment; and the ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with employees and departments. The work is at Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital on a part-time night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, including rotating weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or a related scientific discipline, as required by CLIA.
• Registered as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by ASCP or AMT at or within one year of job start.
• In-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, and instruments.
• Skill in operating laboratory equipment.
• Attention to detail for extended periods and willingness to work with the understanding that errors may have serious consequences for patients.
• Ability to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to patients of all ages.
• Proficient computer and keyboard skills, including use of MS Outlook and Word, telephone, fax, and other office technology.
• Strong communication skills, customer service skills, and professional etiquette.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, make assessments and decisions, multitask, and maintain collaborative working relationships.
• Ability to work assigned schedules, which may change according to hospital needs, including off days, shifts, or weekends.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate specimens for acceptability for testing.
• Perform accurate and appropriate testing according to established laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Verify the accuracy of results before reporting and report results in a timely manner.
• Perform maintenance and calibration on instruments and equipment as appropriate.
• Troubleshoot instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient specimens when problems occur.
• Comply with laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions, safety procedures, and exposure control for bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
• Perform phlebotomy, including venipunctures, finger sticks, and bleeding times, as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other employees and departments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time