Medical Laboratory Scientist II (MLS or MT) - Pathology Microbiology

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.
• Assist in orientation or training of new or less experienced employees or students.
• 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.
• OR 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.
• 2 years of experience in a clinical laboratory as a Medical Laboratory Scientist.
• OR 1 year of experience in a clinical laboratory as a Medical Laboratory Scientist and certification as MLS, BB, C, H or MB by ASCP or other nationally recognized certifying agency.

Benefits

• Great Benefits
• Sign‑On Bonus / Relocation Assistance

Schedule

• 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday (12 noon – 8:30 pm)
• Required to work a weekend rotation for every 3rd weekend (7 am – 3 pm)
• Required to work every 3rd holiday