Medical Technologist

Centerpoint Medical Center; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) plan with matching

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Missouri is seeking a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist to join its clinical team. The role requires conducting various laboratory tests to support patient care and ensuring accuracy through quality control processes. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in laboratory science and appropriate certifications. This position offers comprehensive medical benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Requires certification MT (ASCP), CLS (NCA), MLS (ASCP) or equivalent.
• Registry must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Preferred experience in laboratory testing and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical, bacteriological, serological, and microscopic procedures.
• Produce accurate results in hematology, serology, chemistry, and microbiology.
• Maintain quality results through standards and controls.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality assurance

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor degree in laboratory science or related science

Job description

Overview

Centerpoint Medical Center is seeking a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our dedicated team of clinical science professionals. The role involves performing routine and complex laboratory tests across multiple sections, including toxicology, chemistry, hematology, immunology, and microbiology, to support accurate patient diagnosis and treatment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage for common services with low copay plans and free telemedicine.
• Dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental health protection including hospital indemnity and critical illness plans.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Family support benefits such as fertility, adoption assistance, and pregnancy benefits through Progyny.
• Paid time off and a Time Away From Work program with family leave and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• Retirement readiness, tuition assistance, and employee recognition programs.

Job Summary

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) conducts routine and complex laboratory tests in multiple sections to facilitate patient care. Key responsibilities include:

• Perform chemical, bacteriological, serological, and microscopic procedures across one or more laboratory sections.
• Produce accurate results in hematology, serology, chemistry, blood bank, coagulation, urinalysis, microbiology, and other designated areas.
• Maintain quality results by running standards and controls, calibrating equipment, verifying equipment function through routine maintenance, and monitoring quality control measures and protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in laboratory science or related science required OR “Grandfathered” as a medical technologist by CLIA 88.
• Certification: MT (ASCP), CLS (NCA), MLS (ASCP) or appropriate BB (ASCP), C (ASCP), I (ASCP), H (ASCP), or M (ASCP) required OR registry/certification eligible.
• Registry/certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Preferred experience in laboratory testing and quality assurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.