Medical Lab Scientist

Base Pay Range

$32.00/hr - $49.00/hr

The Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist performs a variety of laboratory tests of varying complexity to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. The candidate will gain valuable experience and knowledge to help prepare them for workplace and career advancement. The Registered Med Tech/MLS performs testing in various departments of the clinical lab such as Hematology, Chemistry, Microbiology and Transfusion and more.

They are critical to patient diagnosis and care, ensuring accurate results through quality control, proficiency testing, calibrations, record review, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• Shift Details: 2 positions - 1 overnight (11:00pm-9:30am) & 1 evening (12:30pm-11:00pm)
• Additional Details:
  Will consider Registered Medical Lab Technician and Registered Medical Lab Scientist Candidates

• Perform Laboratory Tests:
  Conduct a variety of tests on blood, tissue, and other body fluids to help diagnose medical conditions.
• Analyze Test Results:
  Interpret and analyze test results to provide accurate and reliable data for patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Operate and Maintain Laboratory Equipment:
  Use and maintain sophisticated laboratory equipment and instruments, ensuring they are properly calibrated and functioning correctly.
• Quality Control and Assurance:
  Implement and monitor quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
• Prepare Samples:
  Collect, prepare, and handle biological samples following proper protocols to avoid contamination and degradation.
• Record and Report Data:
  Accurately record test results and prepare detailed reports for healthcare providers.
• Maintain Laboratory Safety:
  Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe and sterile laboratory environment.
• Troubleshoot Equipment Issues:
  Identify and resolve technical problems with laboratory equipment.
• Collaborate with Healthcare Professionals:
  Work closely with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to discuss test results and assist in patient care decisions.

• Critical Thinking
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Active Listening
• Quality Control Analysis
• Operations Monitoring
• Science
• Time Management

• Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory/medical technology science or chemical, physical, biological, or equivalent. Education must be obtained through an accredited institution.
• Completion of course work and internship requirements in a qualified MLS program and eligibility to sit for the BOC. Certification must be completed and documented within 6 months of hire to remain in the registered MLS role.
• Medical Technologist / Medical Lab Scientist ASCP certification or equivalent certification as approved by Manager and Human Resources. Certification must be maintained to remain in job.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts that may include weekends, holidays, nights and on-call.
• Montana applicants must have state licensure or temporary state licensure.
• Foreign applicants must submit a foreign transcript evaluation by an acceptable agency approved by Laboratory Quality Assurance.
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers at sites that require certification.

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy…