Medical Lab Scientist II (MLS)

Tenet Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital, a Tenet Healthcare facility in Tucson, seeks a Medical Technologist to process and test specimens, report results, and support instrumentation operations.

The role involves equipment validation, staff training, regulatory compliance, and collaboration within the lab team to ensure accuracy and quality patient care. Tenet emphasizes development and work-life balance, with E-Verify participation.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2 years as a medical technologist in acute care; or 1 year with a Master's degree.
• Education: Bachelor's in medical technology or accredited equivalent.
• Certifications: ASCP, NCA, AMT or CSMLS within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Process and test all types of laboratory specimens and report results.
• Perform operational duties, maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment.
• Assist with new equipment validation, staff training and regulatory compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in Medical Technology

Tools

ASCP/NCA/AMT/CSMLS certification

Job description

Overview

Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens; reviews and reports lab results; performs operational duties, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment; acts as resource to other laboratory personnel. Additional responsibility includes assisting with new equipment validation and implementation, employee training and competency assessment, regulatory compliance responsibilities for CAP, TCJ, AABB or other agencies, quality assurance, quality control and instrument maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens; reviews and reports lab results; acts as resource to other laboratory personnel.
• performs operational duties, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment
• Additional responsibility includes assisting with new equipment validation and implementation, employee training and competency assessment, regulatory compliance responsibilities for CAP, TCJ, AABB or other agencies, quality assurance, quality control and instrument maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements
  • Experience: 2 years as a medical technologist in acute care facility, OR 1 year as a medical technologist in acute facility and a Master's degree.
  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an approved college or university and/or graduate of an accredited school of medical technology, or equivalent such as military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489, or have qualified at the Medical Technologist level b
  • Certifications: Registered with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT or CSMLS within 12 months of hire). Equivalency evaluation by ECE, NACES or AICE for non-US trained personnel must be completed within 30 days of hire. Licensure, as required by State

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Organization Description

Established in 1961, St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson is home to the Carondelet Neurological Institute and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center. The hospital offers advanced care that includes a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center and spacious and comfortable labor and delivery units. Additional services include high-quality care in programs such as cardiology, orthopedics, stroke and emergency medicine. Join our team!

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
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