Medical Laboratory Scientist I (MT or MLS) - Pathology Chemistry

About the role

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) performs clinical laboratory tests by standard operating policies and procedures. Understands method principles, performs quality control & calibrations, performs preventive maintenance, and analyzes results as to accuracy, acceptability and critical limits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient specimens as required for laboratory testing and perform laboratory tests specific to department.
• Monitor test results to assure test quality and validity.
• Communicate test results in a timely manner.
• Enter and retrieve data from laboratory computer systems.
• Clean and maintain laboratory equipment and environment.
• Demonstrate appropriate, caring behavior in the workplace, treating patients, their families, visitors and staff with respect and dignity.
• Work alternate shifts as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, phlebotomy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or a biological, chemical, or physical science from an accredited institution.
• Bachelor's degree with a combination of 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry, obtained within or in addition to the degree is also acceptable.
• For non-CLS/MT degrees, one year of experience in a clinical laboratory is required.

Qualifications

• Preferred certification as MLS, BB, C, H or MB by ASCP or other nationally recognized certifying agency.

Schedule

20 hours per week, Friday & Saturday (9 pm – 7:30 am)