Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) - Core Laboratory - Defiance Hospital

About the role

Mercy Health is a faith-based and patient-focused organization dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of all individuals through exceptional patient care. The Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) position at Defiance Hospital is responsible for performing routine tests on biological specimens, ensuring quality results, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs analytical tests on biological specimens in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner in compliance with documented laboratory procedures
• Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections or recognizing abnormal/unusual results
• Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results and takes appropriate action according to protocols
• Maintains quality control for all testing and ensures results are released only after meeting established ranges
• Maintains a safe and efficient work environment by performing equipment checks, cleaning work area, monitoring temperatures following hospital policies, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Biochemistry from a CLIA-approved program
• MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligibility from a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP)
• Completion of an externship program (preferred)

Qualifications

• Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-paced environment
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-paced environment
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

Benefits

Mercy Health offers competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible). Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources, and discounts. Mercy Health also provides paid time off, parental leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders, tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

Pay

Competitive pay and incentives are offered.

Schedule

The Medical Lab Scientist works evenings.

Contact Information

If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy Health supports your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are designed to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.