Medical Lab Scientist I - IP Lab Tech

Springfield Memorial Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 61,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Job summary

Memorial Health seeks a dedicated healthcare professional to collect, prepare and handle specimens for analysis across all ages. You will perform laboratory testing to aid in disease diagnosis and ensure data accuracy through quality control checks.

Required is a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related Allied Health field, with MLS/ASCP MT certification within the stated timeline. On-site role with strong safety and continuous education expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related Allied Health field.
• Registered MLS (ASCP)/MT (ASCP) within six months of hire or equivalent within one year.
• Prior work experience in a laboratory is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs various laboratory tests, evaluates data, verifies results with QC samples.
• Obtains blood and other body fluids from patients of all ages as requested.
• Operates hospital computer system to enter and manage patient information and accounts.
• Performs preventive maintenance and troubleshoots instrument issues per manufacturer guidance.
• Supports safety, quality, and efficiency standards and participates in competency assessments.
• Maintains confidentiality and complies with regulatory requirements.
• Participates in orientation and ongoing education.
• Maintains cross-training in at least two technical areas.
• Assists manager and helps in departmental operations.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data interpretation

Quality control

Computer systems proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related Allied Health

Tools

LIS / Laboratory information system

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer. Position Type: On-site

Job Description Summary:

Collects, prepares and handles specimens for analysis from patients of all ages. Performs laboratory testing's to aid in the diagnosis of diseases.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related Allied Health field.

Licensure/Certification/Registry:

Registered MLS (ASCP)/MT (ASCP) required within six months of hire or equivalent certification required within one year of hire.

Experience:

Prior work experience preferred.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Moderate physical effort.

Responsibilities:

• Performs various laboratory tests, evaluates data, verify the validity of patient test results through the evaluation of quality control sample values prior to reporting patient test results.
• Obtains blood and other body fluids from inpatients/outpatients of all ages, employees etc. as requested by authorized personnel.
• Operates hospital computer system acquiring necessary patient information to enter, delete or credit the patient’s accounts.
• Perform preventative maintenance and follows equipment manufacturers troubleshooting guide to solve instrument problems.
• Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:
• SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do.
• I take action to ensure the safety of others.
• COURTESY: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect.
• I project a professional image and positive attitude.
• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.
• I work with others to achieve superior results.
• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely.
• I prevent defects and delays.
• Demonstrates knowledge and theory behind instrumentation functions and malfunctions and decides when to use “back-up” instrument.
• Operates all instruments in assigned areas and performs all technical procedures with minimal supervision.
• Assists in orientation/training of new employees as directed.
• Participates in continuing education, meets requirements for all mandatory in-services.
• Assists in overall operations of the Lab including cost effective practices and safety regulations.
• Assists manager in overall departmental operations.
• Promotes health and safety in the work environment.
• Actively participates in competency assessment process.
• Maintains cross training in at least 2 technical areas
• Maintains confidentiality of information regarding all patient testing/results as detailed by hospital policy
• Assures compliance with all local, state, federal and national regulatory agencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay Transparency

Pay Transparency $29.44 - $45.64 Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/

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