Medical Lab Scientist FSER

Lone Peak Hospital; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Retirement plan (401k)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Lone Peak Hospital in Draper, UT is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to join our Laboratory Services. Under the Director, you will perform standard laboratory tests, oversee staff, report results, and participate in CQI activities, with phlebotomy duties as needed.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Medical Technology/MLS, certification or registry eligibility within 6 months, strong communication, computer skills, and the ability to work independently within hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Must be certified or registry eligible with certification within 6 months of hire (ASCP, NCA, AMT).
• Good verbal and writing skills; proficient computer skills and keyboarding.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard laboratory procedures with independent judgment.
• Oversee staff performing tests, report results, and ensure QA practices.
• Perform phlebotomy as needed.
• Adhere to departmental and hospital policies and procedures.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/MLS

Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized.

Medical Lab Scientist

Job Summary And Qualifications

Under direction of the Director Laboratory Services and Pathologist, the Medical Technologist performs standard laboratory procedures requiring a broad use of independent judgment, problem solving and responsibility with minimal technical supervision, and acts as a resource to the department staff. By exercising oversight of staff performing tests, reporting of test results, maintenance of policies and procedures, and quality control practices. Participates in CQI activities. Performs phlebotomy duties as needed.

Position Requirements

• Licensure/Certification/Registration - Need to be certified or registry eligible, by providing documentation of certification within 6 months of hire, in one of the following: ASCP, NCA, or AMT. Licensure in a specialty area will be considered.
• Education - Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or related sciences including a practical training program.
• Experience - A minimum of 6 months experience as a Medical Technologist in an acute care hospital laboratory setting preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Good verbal and writing skills required. Good computer knowledge and keyboarding skills required. Must be able to correctly and safely run department equipment. This position is required to successfully pass a color-blind test.
• Degree of Supervision Required - Involves general guidance and direction by Director of Laboratory Services. The Medical Technologist is expected to perform most job duties independently and in accordance with established departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
• Orientation Period - Minimum of two weeks contingent upon experience. Extensive orientation may be required and will be determined by Manager.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Welcome to Lone Peak Hospital, the perfect place for all your healthcare needs. Our 61-plus-bed hospital has been built to cater to the healthcare needs of our community, which has grown by 70% in the last two decades. We provide exceptional inpatient services, including obstetric care and surgery services, and have received a 5-star rating by CMS for our exemplary overall hospital quality. Our commitment to providing top-notch healthcare has been recognized for five consecutive years as a Fortune and PINC AI™ 100 Top Hospital®.

Lone Peak Hospital is situated in the thriving modern community of Draper on the southern end of Salt Lake Valley. Our location provides easy access to pristine hiking trails, horseback riding, skiing, fly fishing, rock scaling, and wildlife viewing - making it the perfect place for year-round outdoor recreational activities. Don't settle for less when it comes to your health, pick Lone Peak Hospital today!

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