Medical Laboratory Scientist II PRN

About the role

Performs and monitors a full range of lab tests and research. Assumes responsibility for problem resolution, quality control, and equipment maintenance with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory tests in compliance with department procedures and all pertinent regulatory requirements.
• Follows quality control, quality assurance, safety, and infection control procedures.
• Performs instrument maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Accurately reports test results.
• Maintains appropriate inventory of supplies.
• Maintains effective communication and working relationships with all laboratory personnel, other disciplines, and external customers.
• Participates in laboratory projects and educational activities.
• Demonstrates and educates laboratory methods and technical skills to others.

Requirements

• Must hold ASCP certification or an equivalent credential as an MLS generalist.
• A minimum of at least 2 years of experience in a hospital lab setting.
• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.

Qualifications

• ASCP-Blood Banking Technologist (ASCP-BB)
• ASCP-Chemistry Technologist (ASCP-C)
• ASCP-Cytogenetics Technologist (ASCP-CG)
• ASCP-Cytologist (ASCP-CT)
• ASCP-Hematology Technologist (ASCP-H)
• ASCP-International Hematology Tech (ASCP-IH)
• ASCP-Microbiology Technologist (ASCP-M)
• Molecular Biology Technologist (ASCP-MB)
• ASCP-Blood Banking Specialist (ASCP-SBB)
• ASCP-Chemistry Specialist (ASCP-SC)
• ASCP-Hematology Specialist (ASCP-SH)
• ASCP-Microbiology Specialist (ASCP-SM)
• Cert Histocompatibility Spec (CHS-ABHI)
• Cert Histocompatibility Techno (CHT-ABHI)
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)
• HEW (HEW)
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
• Medical Technologist (MT)
• Specialist in Cytology-ASCP (SCT)
• Specialist in Cytometry-ASCP (SCYM)
• Molecular Biology Spec-ASCP (SMB)

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.
• Statistical and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.
• Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1