Medical Lab Scientist

Novant Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Sign-on bonus

Growth opportunities

Supportive environment

DEI commitment

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist I in Danbury, NC, to perform advanced lab procedures and ensure high quality standards. You will lead problem-solving initiatives, mentor junior staff, and manage vendor relationships while maintaining accreditation compliance.

The role offers a competitive salary, sign-on bonus for eligible hires, and opportunities for growth in a supportive, diverse, and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, CLS, or related field.
• ASCP or AMT technologist/scientist certification.
• Minimum of five years of relevant laboratory experience preferred.
• Strong leadership skills and commitment to patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee advanced laboratory procedures, including quality control, specimen processing, and result reporting.
• Lead technical problem-solving initiatives and mentor junior staff.
• Manage vendor relationships and contribute to procedure development.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Patient-centered care

5+ years laboratory experience

ASCP/AMT certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology/clinical laboratory science

Job description

What We Offer

Location: Danbury, NC – Stokes Med. Ctr.

Department: Clinical Laboratory
Schedule: Per Diem (PRN)

Elevate Your Lab Career at Novant Health!

Why Join Us?

At Novant Health, we're redefining healthcare by integrating advanced laboratory science into patient care. As a Medical Lab Scientist I, you'll be at the forefront of this mission, leading complex analyses and ensuring the highest quality standards.

What we\'re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field.


• Technologist/Scientist Certification from ASCP or AMT (BB, C, H, MT/MLS, M, MB).


• Minimum of five years of relevant laboratory experience preferred.


• Strong leadership skills and a commitment to patient-centered care.

What You\'ll get:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.


• Sign on bonus for eligible new hires


• Opportunities for professional growth and development.


• Supportive and collaborative work environment.


• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join Novant Health\'s innovative approach to healthcare, a team where your expertise and leadership can change lives.

What You\'ll Do

Day in the life:

• Perform and oversee advanced laboratory procedures, including quality control, specimen processing, and result reporting.


• Lead technical problem-solving initiatives and mentor junior staff.


• Manage vendor relationships and contribute to procedure development.


• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and safety regulations.

What We\'re Looking For

• Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science or equivalent. Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Medical Technology or MT program Preferred.


• Experience: One year experience as laboratory scientist. (Clinical internships of 12 months duration meet this requirement).


• Require Licensure: Scientist Cert from ASCP or AMT (BB, C, H, MT/MLS, M, MB)


• Additional Skills Required:
  
  
  
  • New graduates and new hires must obtain certification within 12 months of hire. Failure to do so will result in termination of employment.
  
  
  • All individuals who are newly certified ASCP beginning January 1, 2004, must participate and maintain ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) through the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). All individuals who are newly certified AMT beginning January 1, 2006, must participate and maintain AMT Certification Continuation Program (CCP).
  
  
  • Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tests and communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results.
  
  
  • Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
  
  
  • Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests.
  
  
  • Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations.
  
  
  • Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
  
  
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public.
  
  
  • Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field.
  
  
  • Ability to follow written protocols.
  
  
  • Ability to work independently.
  
  
  • Ability to communicate clearly.
  
  
  
  

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves

Why Choose Novant Health?