Medical Laboratory Scientist

Overview

Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Technologist – Blood Bank (3rd Shift)

Shift: 3rd Shift | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Schedule: Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Pay Rate: $30–$36 per hour

Department: Blood Bank

We are seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) / Medical Technologist (MT) / Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) to join our Blood Bank team. In this role, you will perform routine and complex laboratory testing to ensure accurate and timely results that support high-quality patient care.

• Evaluate specimens for acceptability according to established guidelines.
• Perform routine and complex laboratory testing following departmental SOPs.
• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
• Make sound technical decisions and resolve testing-related issues.
• Prepare, test, and validate reagents and quality control materials.
• Report accurate and timely laboratory results.
• Perform and document quality control and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Maintain adequate bench supplies and assist with specimen processing as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and use appropriate PPE at all times.
• Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or related field (meeting CLIA and state requirements).
• 0–2 years of clinical laboratory testing experience.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers; experience with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) is a plus.
• Must pass a standardized color vision screening.
• Flexibility to work overtime or alternate shifts as needed.

• ASCP or AMT certification – Required

• Prior Blood Bank experience preferred.
• State Medical Technologist license (if required by state regulations).