Medical Lab Scientist

Medical Lab Scientist

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With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams embraces the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.

Medical Laboratory Scientists (sometimes referred to as clinical laboratory scientists, or medical technologists) are responsible for performing all aspects of testing on patient samples in an attempt to detect the absence or presence of a number of diseases. These medical professionals may examine a host of different types of samples, including various body fluids, feces, cells and tissues. Upon conclusion of the testing, the Medical Laboratory Scientist will report back to the ordering physician and consult with him or her about the results.

• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures; interprets and analyzes results.
• Identifies and corrects problems within the scope of training and education.
• Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and validates lab equipment.
• Performs, records, and evaluates Quality Control.
• Assists Lead, Supervisor, or Manager with inventory, schedules, and safety.
• Conducts competency assessments.
• May be responsible for developing and evaluating new methods of testing, depending on experience and position.

For BSMH: MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) – required.

For RSFH (as of 3/27/25): if registry‑eligible, must achieve certification within 12 months from hire date.

Bachelor’s, Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Science/Biology/Biochemistry through a CLIA approved program – required.

Externship program completed – preferred.

• Active Listening
• Service Orientation
• Coordination
• Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service
• Organization
• Time Management
• Keyboarding
• Microsoft Office
• Telephone Skills
• Lab Information Systems
• Laboratory Diagnostic Tests
• Analyze data
• Laboratory equipment
• Quality assurance and control
• Documentation
• FDA health laws and regulations.
• Medical Terminology

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Entry level

Full‑time

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