About the position
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. Medical Laboratory Scientists (sometimes referred to as clinical laboratory scientists, or medical technologists) are responsible for performing all aspects of testing on patient samples in an attempt to detect the absence or presence of a number of diseases. These medical professionals may examine a host of different types of samples, including various body fluids, feces, cells and tissues. Upon conclusion of the testing, the Medical Laboratory Scientist will report back to the ordering physician and consult with him or her about the results.
Responsibilities
- Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures; interprets and analyzes results.
- Identifies and corrects problems within the scope of training and education.
- Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and validates lab equipment.
- Performs, records, and evaluates Quality Control.
- Assists Lead, Supervisor, or Manager with inventory, schedules, and safety.
- Conducts competency assessments.
- May be responsible for developing and evaluating new methods of testing, depending on their experience and position.
Requirements
- MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)
- Bachelors, Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Science/Biology/Biochemistry through a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) approved program (required)
Nice-to-haves
- Externship program completed (preferred)
Benefits
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
