Medical Lab Scientist - Medical Lab Tech - West Hospital

Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) to conduct tests on blood, tissues, and other specimens to ensure quality results for patient care. The MLS will maintain laboratory safety and accuracy while providing essential support for physicians in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor of Science in an approved program.
• MLS certification required.
• Preferred completion of externship program.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical tests on biological specimens.
• Ensure quality control for all testing.
• Maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

Skills

Error-free work

Engagement with staff and patients

Education

Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Biochemistry

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

S cheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Evenings/Nights (United States of America)

**Will accepted MLT **

FT NIGHTS 10/12 HOUR SHIFTS

Job Summary:

The Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) is responsible for performing the routine test on blood, tissues, and other body specimens, as well as providing physicians with quality results using a variety of clinical laboratory equipment. The Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) must have a total understanding of patient safety and laboratory techniques necessary to guarantee complete patient safety and anonymity.

Essential Functions:

• 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

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in one of the following: Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical Science, Biology or Biochemistry through a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) approved program (required)

Certifications:

• MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)

Experience:

• Externship program completed (preferred)

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-pasted environment
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

Core Laboratory - Mercy Health Partners Regional Lab

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail] .