Medical Lab Scientist, PRN - Midtown

Piedmont; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Columbus, Georgia is seeking a qualified laboratory technologist to perform laboratory procedures and oversee technical activities in the absence of leadership. The ideal candidate will possess a H.S. Diploma or GED, with preferred education in clinical laboratory science and at least three years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting. Certification as a medical technologist is essential. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on patient care.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED with sufficient college coursework for certification as a medical technologist.
• Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science or a related field is preferred.
• 3 years of work experience in a clinical laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform laboratory procedures.
• Execute, interpret, and analyze laboratory testing on patients.
• Oversee technical activities of the section when the lead is absent.

Skills

Laboratory testing procedures

Analysis and interpretation of results

Technical oversight

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in clinical laboratory science or related field

Job description

Overview

Independently performs laboratory procedures for which the technologist has been trained and demonstrated competency. Performs laboratory testing on patients of all ages using professional knowledge of laboratory procedures, executing, interpreting, and analyzing in an accurate and timely manner. In addition, oversees the technical activities of the section or department in the absence of the lead or supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform laboratory procedures for which the technologist has been trained. • Execute, interpret, and analyze laboratory testing on patients of all ages accurately and timely. • Oversee technical activities of the section or department when the lead or supervisor is absent.

Qualifications

• Education
  • H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) plus a sufficient number of college and/or technical school courses and clinical training to satisfy the requirements for testing and certification as a medical technologist by an approved certifying agency. (Required)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in clinical laboratory science, biomedical science, medical technology or a related life/biological science (biology, biochemistry, microbiology, etc.). (Preferred)
• Work Experience
  • 3 years in a clinical laboratory setting. (Required)
• Licenses and Certifications
  • Certification as a medical technologist or medical laboratory scientist by the ASCP, AMT, or AAB in accordance with State of Georgia regulations. (Required)
  • Newly relocated to Georgia may be temporarily classified as a technologist for eighteen (18) months to complete an approved qualifying examination. (Required)
  • AAB provisional certification is not accepted.