Medical Laboratory Scientist

About the role

The Medical Laboratory Scientist at CHI Health Saint Elizabeth will perform complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate, timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment. They will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines, analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and conduct quality control.

Responsibilities

• Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turn-around-time limits
• Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair
• Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters
• Performs proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leaders
• Affords assistance in evaluating and generating compliant documentation for the validation of new procedures and equipment to provide the physician with the most current laboratory technology
• Might consider MLT qualified candidates for similar position

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Lab Science or Medical Technology, or related field defined by CLIA
• Preferred: Certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist, or equivalent by ASCP

Qualifications

• Strong scientific foundation
• Advanced technical proficiency
• Exceptional problem-solving skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Commitment to accuracy and regulatory adherence

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures

Benefits

• Up to $5,000 New Hire Sign-on bonus
• Up to $10,000 Student Loan Forgiveness

Pay

The posted compensation range of $29.36 - $43.68 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.

Schedule

64 hours per week, 1:00 pm - 9:30 pm, 4 days weekly rotating weekends

Category

Laboratory