Clinical Lab Scientist: Bacteriology (Day Shift)

ummc; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) in Jackson, MS seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist in Bacteriology for the day shift. The role covers a full range of laboratory tests and analyses to support diagnosis, treatment, and disease prevention.

Responsibilities include hematology, microbiology, immunology, chemistry, and urinalysis, with safety and quality emphasized. MLS/ASCP certification is required within 12 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Certification required within 1 year post-hire from a recognized body such as ASCP or AAB.
• Strong knowledge of hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry and urinalysis.
• Ability to analyze, verify, and manipulate clinical data.

Responsibilities

• Conducts clinical laboratory tests and analyses in hematology, microbiology, immunology, chemistry and urinalysis.
• Analyzes biological samples for chemical content and reactions.
• Performs chemical analysis of body fluids to detect components.
• Cultivates and identifies microbial organisms; prepares slides for microscopic study.
• Assists with cell culture preparation and studies blood samples for morphology and compatibility.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Education

MLS/ASCP Certification

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) in Jackson, MS seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist in Bacteriology for the day shift. The role covers a full range of laboratory tests and analyses to support diagnosis, treatment, and disease prevention.

Responsibilities include hematology, microbiology, immunology, chemistry, and urinalysis, with safety and quality emphasized. MLS/ASCP certification is required within 12 months of hire.