ASCP MLS - Medical Laboratory Scientist, Patient Focused

Cache Valley Hospital; North Logan (UT); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

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Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Education support

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Cache Valley Hospital in Utah seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join a high-functioning Laboratory team, performing blood testing, adhering to quality standards, and supporting diverse departments with accurate results.

The role involves handling blood specimens, operating automated analyzers, and performing antibody screening and cross-matching for transfusions, with opportunities to implement new testing methods and maintain equipment.

Formación

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Technology program (Associate’s degree acceptable) and/or a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology with appropriate certification.
• Nationally recognized certification as a Medical Technologist (MT/MLS or MLT) from ASCP or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in a hospital or clinical laboratory is preferred; new graduates will be considered.
• BLS or BCLS certification (American Red Cross or American Heart Association)

Responsabilidades

• Receive blood specimens, perform blood tests and study morphology of blood components.
• Perform routine or special laboratory tests using automated equipment, manual testing, and microscopy.
• Maintain and operate laboratory equipment including automated chemistry analyzers and other instruments.
• Perform antibody screening, identification, and cross-matching for transfusion procedures.
• Notify nursing units or physicians of critical lab values.
• Implement new testing methods and instrumentation to stay current with technology.

Conocimientos

Blood specimen handling

Quality testing

Educación

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Medical Technology or related field

Herramientas

Automated analyzers

Microscopy

Descripción del empleo

Cache Valley Hospital in Utah seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join a high-functioning Laboratory team, performing blood testing, adhering to quality standards, and supporting diverse departments with accurate results.

The role involves handling blood specimens, operating automated analyzers, and performing antibody screening and cross-matching for transfusions, with opportunities to implement new testing methods and maintain equipment.