Medical Lab Scientist, Microbiology

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic in Columbus, OH seeks a Medical Lab Scientist or MLT for the 2nd shift (3:00 – 11:30 pm). The successful candidate will perform clinical testing in microbiology, monitor instrumentation, and report results accurately and promptly.

Responsibilities include QC testing, maintaining quality assurance, following safety procedures, recognizing and correcting problems, and consulting with supervision as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or an Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Certification from ASCP or equivalent; eligible for certification.
• Must maintain active certification if applicable.
• Must have previous microbiology experience.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs all clinical testing in the 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.
• Recognizes problems by following prescribed strategies and makes necessary corrections.
• Where no criteria for decisions are present, consult with supervisor/manager.
• In absence of supervisor/manager, acts 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.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Microbiology experience

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Employment Type: Full time
Shift: Evening Shift
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.

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 Laboratory Science or Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology
• Licensure / Certification: Certification from American Society of Clinical Pathologists, equivalent; eligible for certification.
• If applicable, must maintain active certification.
• Experience: MUST have previous Microbiology experience
• Effective Communication Skills
• *This position does not qualify for sponsorship.*

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law.

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Trinity Health

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states.

Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org.

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