Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) – St. Charles Hospital
About the role
Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect.
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
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 eligible 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
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/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
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
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