Medical Laboratory Scientist in Erskine

Energy Jobline ZR; Erskine; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Erskine seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician. Responsibilities include handling all phases of laboratory testing, ensuring safety compliance, and performing various testing methods. Candidates must have a relevant bachelor's degree and appropriate certifications. The role offers an attractive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off package

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in laboratory or biological sciences required.
• Possess certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or registry eligible.
• If working in ND, must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing.
• Ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met.
• Performs clinical laboratory testing, including manual and automated methods.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clinical laboratory skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in laboratory or biological sciences

Certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Job Summary

Are you detailed oriented, looking to develop your clinical laboratory skills, and love pursuing new knowledge? We’re seeking problem-solvers interested in a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician position to join our team. Our MLS/MLT professionals ensure timely testing and quality results from provided samples and delivery to nursing staff and providers, allowing them to make informed decisions for their patients. Whether a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician in a hospital or clinic setting, there are many opportunities to grow, advance, and make a substantial impact in the lives of our community.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for pre‑analytical, analytical, and post‑analytical phases of testing
• Follows standard operating procedures for MLS/MLTs
• Ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met
• Recognizes safety hazards and complies with all safety practices and protocols
• Collects and processes lab specimens with proper equipment
• Performs clinical laboratory testing, including manual and automated methods
• Collect and manage samples of blood and other fluids from patients

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in laboratory or biological sciences required. Possess a certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or be registry eligible. Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) also acceptable. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Benefits

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full‑time and part‑time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home‑work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F//Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail]. Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening as a condition of employment.

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