Clinical Lab Scientist- Evenings

Bayhealth; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

On-site child care

Educational reimbursement

Flex spending accounts (HC and DC)

Job summary

Bayhealth Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist for the Sussex Campus Hospital in Delaware. This full-time evening-shift position involves performing lab procedures, verifying specimen identity, and reporting results with strict adherence to policies.

Required credentials include MLS/MT/CLS or related certification with within-12-month eligibility; education paths include associate to doctoral degrees in lab sciences.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include an associate degree in clinical lab science or medical laboratory technology, or higher degrees in chemical/biological/clinical lab science.
• Certification within 12 months of hire (MLS/MT/CLS/MLT or equivalent).
• Experience: none required for MLS/MT/CLS; at least 2 years for MLT staff in high complexity testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures accurately and report test results per policies.
• Prioritize work to meet turnaround time goals while handling varying workloads.
• Communicate findings and maintain documentation for quality control and safety.
• Participate in training of new staff and students as needed.
• Maintain infection control and safety practices; keep work area and equipment clean.

Education

Associate Degree in Clinical Lab Science

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctoral in Chemical, Biological, or Clinical Lab Science

Tools

MLS certification

MT/CLS certification

MLT (ASCP) certification

Job description

If you care about the opportunity to grow, to make a difference, to build a future and a life, then we just might have the career for you. Care to talk?

Bayhealth Medical Center is Central and Southern Delaware’s healthcare leader with hospitals in Dover and Milford, as well as stand‑alone Emergency Department in Smyrna and a hybrid Emergency Department and Urgent Care in Milton. We offer various practice settings throughout Kent and Sussex Counties. Bayhealth Medical Center Kent Campus is 90 minutes from Philadelphia, Washington, DC and Baltimore. Our Sussex Campus is 30 minutes to the Delaware beaches and relaxation in the sand!

Bayhealth Medical Center offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (for eligible positions) including:

• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Matching 401(k)/403(b) Plans
• Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision
• Disability and Life Insurance options
• On Site Child Care
• Educational Reimbursement
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Plus, an array of Voluntary Benefits to include Critical Care Coverage and more!

Location

Sussex Campus Hospital

Status

Full Time 80 Hours

Shift

Evenings

Salary Range

31.25 - 48.43 HOURLY

General Summary

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist, under the direction of the laboratory director and supervision of the technical supervisor, is responsible for the proper performance of all laboratory procedures and reporting of test results. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist’s responsibilities may include receiving specimens, verifying proper patient identification, and verifying specimen acceptability. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs all laboratory procedures in a prompt, accurate, and reliable manner according to established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist may participate in the training of new employees and students, with documentation of training and competency.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates technical knowledge, competence, and skill in independently performing applicable laboratory procedures and reporting of test results in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures and all applicable regulatory standards. Demonstrates ability to appropriately prioritize work for optimal patient care and to meet established turnaround time goals. Handles varying workloads while maintaining accuracy.
• Follows through on all tests, procedures, or tasks, and reports any incomplete assignments to assure continuity of procedures. Communicates all necessary information to assure work is completed without interruption of service. Calls all critical/significant values as soon as available and documents action per protocol. Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate with lab coworkers, physicians, other caregivers, patients, and vendors.
• Performs and evaluates all required quality control and maintenance procedures per protocol with complete and accurate documentation. Implements corrective action as appropriate. Demonstrates effective problem‑solving and instrument troubleshooting skills. Recognizes deviation from expected results. Identifies, investigates, and communicates unusual or unexpected results or situations.
• Embraces a culture of safety by ensuring all Infection Control / Safety protocols are followed at all times. Maintains cleanliness of own work area and equipment. Helps maintain organization and cleanliness of work/storage areas.
• Demonstrates fiscal responsibility by utilizing supplies appropriately to avoid wastage. Replaces all supplies used during the shift to assure volumes are sufficient for the following shift, and properly disposes of waste. Rotates stock to ensure oldest supplies are used first.
• All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities

Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience

• Education: Associate Degree Clinical Lab Science or Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology from an institution OR A Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctoral degree in a Chemical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology from an institution OR meet one of the educational requirements outlined in CLIA 493.1491
• Credential(s): MLS within 12 months of hire, if not already obtained, MT (ASCP), MT (AMT), CLS (NCA), MLT(ASCP), or other equivalent certification within 12 months of hire date/promotion date
• Experience: Required: None required for MLS/MT/CLS staff . At least 2 years of experience in high complexity testing required for MLT staff.