Medical Lab Scientist

Location: Mount Pleasant

Job Description:

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. Caregivers in this role 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. These scientists act as technical experts to clinical staff, co-workers, and other departments. They are critical to patient diagnosis and care, ensuring accurate results through quality control, proficiency testing, calibrations, record review, instrument maintenance, and results/analyzer troubleshooting.

Sign On Bonus:

• To show our commitment to you and to assist with your transition into our organization, we are offering up to a $2,500 sign-on bonus!

Job Specifics:

• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• Shift Details:
  Overnights - 4 10hr shifts
• Additional Details:
  Will consider Unregistered MLS ($29.14-$44.94 based on experience) or Registered MLT ($26.47-$40.87 based on experience) candidates

Essential Functions:

• Performing Laboratory Tests:
  Conducting a variety of tests on blood, tissue, and other body fluids to help diagnose medical conditions.
• Analyzing Test Results:
  Interpreting and analyzing test results to provide accurate and reliable data for patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Operating and maintaining Laboratory equipment:
  Using and maintaining sophisticated laboratory equipment and instruments, ensuring they are properly calibrated and functioning correctly.
• Quality control and Assurance:
  Implementing and monitoring quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
• Preparing samples: collecting, preparing, and handling biological samples following proper protocols to avoid contamination and degradation.
• Recording and Reporting Data:
  Accurately recording test results and preparing detailed reports for healthcare providers.
• Maintaining Laboratory Safety:
  Adhering to safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe and sterile laboratory environment.
• Troubleshooting equipment issues:
  Identifying and resolving technical problems with laboratory equipment.
• Collaborating with Healthcare Professionals:
  Working closely with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to discuss test results and assist in patient care decisions.

Skills:

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

Qualifications:

Registered Medical Lab Scientist

• Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory/medical technology science or chemical, physical, biological, or equivalent. Education must be obtained through an accredited institution. Applicants with chemical, physical, biological science or equivalent bachelor’s degree will be subject to education verification which may include transcript/credit evaluation by Laboratory Services Quality Assurance leadership, Required.
• OR - 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, Required.
• 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, Required.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts that may include weekends, holidays, nights and on-call, Required.
• Montana applicants must have state licensure or temporary state licensure, Required.
• Foreign applicants must submit a foreign transcript evaluation by an acceptable agency approved by Laboratory Quality Assurance, Required.
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers at sites that require certification, Required.

Unregistered Medical Lab Scientist

• Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory/medical technology science, or chemical, physical, biological, or equivalent. Education will be verified with transcript/credit evaluation by laboratory services quality…