Lab Scientist (MT/MLT) Nights

Community Health Systems; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lab Scientist to join their team during night shifts. This role involves performing complex laboratory tests on blood and body fluid specimens, ensuring accuracy and reliability in results. You will adhere to quality control protocols and maintain laboratory instruments while supporting patient care through efficient testing and data collection. The position offers opportunities for professional growth, including teaching new employees and students. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your contributions and provides comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and student loan repayment assistance.

Benefits

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field required.
• 0-2 years of acute care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory tests accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality control procedures.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare staff regarding test results.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Phlebotomy

Data Analysis

Instrument Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Tools

Laboratory Instruments

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Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technologist

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Position Type: Full Time Nights, Hours 2200-0830

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Job Summary

The Medical Technologist I performs routine and specialized moderate and high complexity laboratory tests on blood and body fluid specimens under minimal supervision. This role ensures accurate and reliable test results by adhering to quality control protocols and maintaining laboratory instruments. The Medical Technologist I supports patient care by completing tests efficiently, troubleshooting equipment, and assisting in data collection for regulatory compliance. This position may also include teaching new employees and students and performing phlebotomy duties as needed.

Essential Functions

• Performs moderate and high complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with appropriate documentation.
• Adheres to quality control procedures by performing required checks, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly instrument function checks and preventative maintenance according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions, attempting corrective actions or notifying the appropriate personnel or manufacturer as needed.
• Ensures all laboratory procedures comply with safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to the Laboratory Safety Plan.
• Communicates effectively with peers, supervisors, and other healthcare staff, providing timely updates on unusual patient results, instrument malfunctions, and quality control issues.
• Assists with proficiency testing and data collection required for laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• Collects chain-of-custody urine drug screens and performs phlebotomy duties as required to support patient care needs.
• Collaborates with team members to ensure shift duties and department responsibilities are completed efficiently and accurately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field required or
• Passing score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW) required
• 0-2 years acute care experience required

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP - Medical Technologist preferred or
• Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)-AMT preferred or
• CLS-L - Clinical Lab Scientist License preferred

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