Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) - Putnam County Medical Center - PRN

About the role

The Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) is responsible for performing routine tests on blood, tissues, and other body specimens, as well as providing physicians with quality results using a variety of clinical laboratory equipment. The role requires a total understanding of patient safety and laboratory techniques necessary to ensure complete patient safety and anonymity.

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 by recognizing abnormal/unusual results
• Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results by taking the appropriate action according to protocols
• 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

• Education: Bachelor of Science in one of the following: Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical Science, Biology or Biochemistry through a CLIA-approved program (required)
• Certifications: MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligibility by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)
• Experience: Externship program completed (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). Additionally, we provide medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources, and discounts. Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders are also available. Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support are provided as well.

Pay

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible).

Schedule

Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders.

Department

Core Laboratory - St. Rita's - PCACC

Company Information

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

Additional Resources

If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health-Yangstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com.