Medical Lab Scientist, Microbiology

IHA; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IHA in Columbus, OH is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist or MLT for the microbiology department. The position is full-time on the 2nd shift (3:00 - 11:30 pm) with evening hours and responsibilities including clinical testing, result reporting, and quality control.

The candidate should have a Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology (Associates accepted) and ASCP certification or eligibility. Strong communication skills and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/BS in Medical Technology or MT program; associates accepted.
• Active ASCP certification or eligible.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform all clinical testing in the assigned department.
• Record and report test results accurately and promptly.
• Perform quality control testing following established guidelines.
• Maintain a high level of quality assurance.
• Practice established safety procedures, including Universal Precautions and proper use of safety equipment.
• Able to recognize a problem by following prescribed strategies and make necessary corrections.
• When no applicable criteria exist, consult with supervisor/manager; in absence of supervisor, make final decision.
• Coordinate and evaluate new reagents, procedures and equipment as requested by supervisor/manager.
• Perform routine scheduled and specialized maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology

Associates

Job description

Medical Lab Scientist or MLT, Microbiology

2nd shift, 3:00 - 11:30 pm

About The Job

The Medical Technologist performs laboratory testing. Has knowledge of the clinical significance of results, monitors and understands operation of instrumentation, and reports results accurately and rapidly.

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Evening Shift

What You'll Do

• Performs all clinical testing in assigned department.
• Records and reports test results accurately and promptly.
• Performs and interprets quality control testing following established guidelines.
• Maintains a high level of quality assurance.
• Practices established safety procedures, including Universal Precautions and proper use of safety equipment.
• Able to recognize a problem by following prescribed strategies and make necessary corrections.
• Where no present criteria for decisions are available, will consult with supervisor/manager. In absence of supervisor/manager, will act to determine final decision.
• Coordinates and evaluates new reagents, procedures and equipment as requested by supervisor/manager.
• Performs routine scheduled and specialized maintenance of laboratory equipment.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology preferred, Associates accepted.
• Licensure / Certification: Certification from American Society of Clinical Pathologists, equivalent; eligible for certification.
• If applicable, must maintain active certification.
• Experience: Preferred, but not required.
• Effective Communication Skills

*This position does not qualify for sponsorship.*

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