Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology or related scientific discipline required by CLIA
• Registered as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT) at (or within 1 year) of job start.
• In-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, and instruments.
• Willingness to work with the realization that error may have serious consequences for patients.
• Attention to detail for extended periods of time.
• Skill in operating laboratory equipment.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other employees and departments.
• Proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
• Ability to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Evaluates specimens for acceptability for proper testing.
• Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
• Verifies accuracy of results before reporting.
• Reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
• Performs needed maintenance and calibration on instruments and equipment as appropriate.
• Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient specimens when problems occur.
• Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions, safety procedures, and exposure control/plans for blood borne and airborne pathogens.
• Performs phlebotomy (venipunctures, finger sticks, and bleeding times) as appropriate for the patient requiring this procedure.

Benefits

• best-of-industry benefits
• scheduling options
• professional pathways