Medical Lab Scientist I

Baptist Health Arkansas; Heber Springs (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Arkansas in Heber Springs seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform a broad range of tests and analyses with minimal supervision. You will prepare samples, operate automated equipment, and ensure accurate results to aid clinicians in decision making.

The role requires multitasking, sound judgement under pressure, and the ability to work with the public and hospital staff. A Bachelor's in CLS/Medical Technology and licensure/registry eligibility are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology from an accredited institution.
• Registry for Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP or equivalent) preferred, must be registry eligible.
• Completes training in at least two rotations within the first six months of employment as required per hospital.
• Possess language, math and reasoning skills which allow for the analysis, interpretation and valid conclusion to be made during data collection and during mechanical or scientific procedures.
• Must possess good communication skills with the public and other hospital staff.
• Possesses the desired attitude and knowledge for other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Medical Lab Scientist provides information for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease by conducting medical laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses with little or no supervision. The job includes preparing the samples for examination, using automated equipment and specialized instrumentation, performing numerous complicated tests simultaneously and accurately interpreting the results in a timely manner in order to enable the clinician to utilize the data when making treatment decisions.

Skills

Multitasking

Decision making

Communication

Under pressure

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

Tools

Automated laboratory equipment

Specialized instrumentation

Job description

Working Hours: 5:45p-6:15a Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Summary:

Medical Lab Scientist provides information for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease by conducting medical laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses with little or no supervision. The job includes preparing the samples for examination, using automated equipment and specialized instrumentation, performing numerous complicated tests simultaneously and accurately interpreting the results in a timely manner in order to enable the clinician to utilize the data when making treatment decisions. The job requires multitasking and quick decision making skills. Position requires good judgement and performance under pressure. May be called upon to be Tech in Charge.

Other information:

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology from an accredited institution. Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Physics or Biology will be considered and are at the discretion of the hiring manager at the time of application or promotion.
• Registry for Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP or equivalent) preferred, must be registry eligible.
• Completes training in at least two rotations within the first six months of employment as required per hospital.
• Possess language, math and reasoning skills which allow for the analysis, interpretation and valid conclusion to be made during data collection and during mechanical or scientific procedures.
• Must possess good communication skills with the public and other hospital staff.
• Possesses the desired attitude and knowledge for other duties as assigned.

This job will be authorized72.00 hours bi-weekly.

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