Medical Lab Scientist

Kansas Health System; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Olathe Medical Services, Inc. seeks a Medical Lab Scientist to perform hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, serology, coagulation and phlebotomy on clinic specimens. The position requires ASCP/AMT/NCA certification readiness within 180 days and a hospital lab background.

Overnight shift 2030-0700 on a rotating schedule is included. This is a full-time opportunity at Olathe Hospital. The role emphasizes specimen integrity, quality control and collaboration with the lab team to support accurate

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors in Medical Technology or related field.
• ASCP/AMT/NCA certification eligibility within 180 days.
• 1+ year hospital lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of laboratory principles and test procedures.
• Maintains specimen integrity and proper handling.
• Performs instrument start-up, maintenance, and QC documentation.
• Gives accurate hand-offs and supports training of staff.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Education

Associate/Bachelor in Medical Technology

Certification eligibility (ASCP/AMT/NCA)

Job description

Position Title

Medical Lab Scientist

Days - Full Time

Olathe Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest

Performs a variety of laboratory and diagnostic procedures in Hematology, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Serology, Coagulation and Phlebotomy on specimens obtained on clinic patients to provide information for diagnosing and combating disease. The Medical Technologist (Certified) is expected to support the mission, vision and values of Olathe Medical Services, Inc.

Note: Overnight shift 2030-0700, will work 8 shifts then off 6 shifts includes e/o weekend rotation.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrates knowledge of Laboratory principles and theory. Follows approved Laboratory test procedures.
• Works independently, organizing to maximize department efficiency. Completes testing within the Laboratory TAT expectations. Takes appropriate action when necessary.
• Ensures specimen integrity by adhering to Laboratory test procedures for specimen identification, handling, processing, and storing.
• Performs instrument start-up, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting as required with proper documentation. Takes appropriate corrective action.
• Performs, evaluates, and documents all required Quality Control. Takes appropriate corrective action.
• Correctly performs tests, interprets results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits with proper documentation. Takes appropriate corrective action.
• Answers phone promptly and courteously. Answers pneumatic tube system promptly.
• Gives accurate and complete hand-off communication to the next shift.
• Assists all co-workers in all areas as needed.
• Assists in the training of new Laboratory employees and students.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• Associates Degree and educational requirements as required to become certified with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), National Credentialing Agency (NCA), or the American Medical Technologists (AMT). OR
• Bachelors Degree or educational requirements as needed to become certified with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), National Credentialing Agency (NCA), the American Medical Technologists (AMT). OR
• Must have completed an HEW approved school of Medical Technology or the successful completion of a United States Military Laboratory training program and a minimum of 10 years of hospital lab experience required without certification.
• 1 or more years of experience in the clinical laboratory field required without a Bachelor's degree

Preferred Education and Experience

Hospital lab experience

Required Licensure and Certification

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP) within 180 Days OR
• Medical Technologist (MT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) within 180 Days OR
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) - NCA within 180 Days OR
• ASCP Specialist Certification (MB, SBB, SC, SH, or SM) within 180 Days OR
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) within 180 Days OR
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP) within 180 Days OR
• Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) - NCA within 180 Days OR
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) within 180 Days OR
• Clinical Laboratory Technologist (CLT) - HEW within 180 Days OR
• United States Military Laboratory training program certificate of completion

Time Type

Full time

Important information for you to know as you apply

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