Medical Lab Scientist

CHEManager International; North Carolina; On-site; USD 49,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Overnights 7 on/7 off

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist who will perform a wide range of laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry, microbiology and transfusion to support patient care. The role requires overnight availability with a 7 on/7 off schedule and a strong commitment to quality control and safety.

The position involves analyzing results, operating complex equipment, and collaborating with clinicians to ensure timely, accurate data for diagnosis and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory/medical technology or related field required.
• MLS program completion and eligibility to sit for the BOC within 6 months of hire.
• ASCP or equivalent MLS certification maintained during employment.
• Shifts may include weekends, holidays, nights and on-call.
• Montana licensure if applicable; foreign transcript evaluation required.

Responsibilities

• Performing Laboratory Tests: Conduct assays on blood, tissue and body fluids to aid diagnosis.
• Analyzing Test Results: Interpret and relay data for patient care decisions.
• Operating and maintaining laboratory equipment and calibrations.
• Quality control and Assurance: Implement QC procedures for accuracy.
• Preparing samples and handling specimens per protocol to avoid contamination.
• Recording and Reporting Data: meticulous documentation for providers.
• Maintaining Laboratory Safety: follow safety guidelines and sterile techniques.
• Troubleshooting equipment issues and coordinating with engineers as needed.
• Collaborating with healthcare professionals to discuss results and care plans.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Active Listening

Quality Control Analysis

Operations Monitoring

Science

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory/medical technology or related field

MLS program completion and eligibility to sit for the BOC

Job description

Job Description

The Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist performs a variety of laboratory tests of varying complexity to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Caregivers in this role will gain valuable experience and knowledge to help prepare them for workplace and career advancement. The Registered Med Tech/MLS performs testing in various departments of the clinical lab such as: Hematology, Chemistry, Microbiology and Transfusion and more. These scientists act as technical experts to clinical staff, co-workers, and other departments. They are critical to patient diagnosis and care, ensuring accurate results through quality control, proficiency testing, calibrations, record review, instrument maintenance, and results/analyzer troubleshooting.

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Job Specifics

• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Shift Details: Overnights, 7 on/7 off

Essential Functions

• Performing Laboratory Tests: Conducting a variety of tests on blood, tissue, and other body fluids to help diagnose medical conditions.
• Analyzing Test Results: Interpreting and analyzing test results to provide accurate and reliable data for patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Operating and maintaining Laboratory equipment: Using and maintaining sophisticated laboratory equipment and instruments, ensuring they are properly calibrated and functioning correctly.
• Quality control and Assurance: Implementing and monitoring quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
• Preparing samples: collecting, preparing, and handling biological samples following proper protocols to avoid contamination and degradation.
• Recording and Reporting Data: Accurately recording test results and preparing detailed reports for healthcare providers.
• Maintaining Laboratory Safety: Adhering to safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe and sterile laboratory environment.
• Troubleshooting equipment issues: Identifying and resolving technical problems with laboratory equipment.
• Collaborating with Healthcare Professionals: Working closely with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to discuss test results and assist in patient care decisions.

Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Active Listening
• Quality Control Analysis
• Operations Monitoring
• Science
• Time Management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory/medical technology science or chemical, physical, biological, or equivalent. Education must be obtained through an accredited institution. Applicants with chemical, physical, biological science or equivalent bachelor's degree will be subject to education verification which may include transcript/credit evaluation by Laboratory Services Quality Assurance leadership, Required.
• OR - Completion of course work and internship requirements in a qualified MLS program and eligibility to sit for the BOC. Certification must be completed and documented within 6 months of hire to remain in the registered MLS role, Required.
• Medical Technologist / Medical Lab Scientist ASCP certification or equivalent certification as approved by Manager and Human Resources. Certification must be maintained to remain in job, Required.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts that may include weekends, holidays, nights and on-call, Required.
• Montana applicants must have state licensure or temporary state licensure, Required.
• Foreign applicants must submit a foreign transcript evaluation by an acceptable agency approved by Laboratory Quality Assurance, Required.
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers at sites that require certification, Required.

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typical includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
• For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

St. Marys Regional Hospital

Work City

Grand Junction

Work State

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours

35

Hourly Rate

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$35.60 - $54.93

Benefits

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Application Information

By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

Equal Opportunity

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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