Medical Lab Scientist, Core Lab - Impactful, Fast-Paced

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Boardman (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

403(b) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance and professional/CE

Job summary

Mercy Health, a faith-based and patient-centered health system, seeks a Medical Lab Scientist for the Core Laboratory at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital in Boardman, Ohio. You will perform routine tests on blood and body specimens, delivering accurate results to physicians.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S. in a CLIA-approved program and MLS certification or eligibility, with an externship completed, and can maintain quality control in a fast-paced lab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science (or related field) through a CLIA-approved program (required).
• MLS certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required).
• Externship program completed (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Performs analytical tests on biological specimens, in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner in compliance with documented laboratory procedures
• Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections or by recognizing abnormal/unusual results
• Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results by taking the appropriate action according to protocols
• Performs quality control for all testing and meets established ranges before patient results are released
• Maintains a safe and efficient work environment by performing equipment checks, cleaning work area, monitoring temperatures following hospital policies, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Quality testing

Professional communication

Education

B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science (or related CLIA-approved program)

Job description

Mercy Health, a faith-based and patient-centered health system, seeks a Medical Lab Scientist for the Core Laboratory at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital in Boardman, Ohio. You will perform routine tests on blood and body specimens, delivering accurate results to physicians.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S. in a CLIA-approved program and MLS certification or eligibility, with an externship completed, and can maintain quality control in a fast-paced lab.