Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) - Core Laboratory - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Youngstown (OH); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 78 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) for the Core Laboratory at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. The MLS performs routine tests on blood and tissue specimens, delivering high-quality results to physicians while upholding patient safety and privacy standards.

The role requires a BS in CLS (or related field) and MLS certification or eligibility, with an externship preferred. You will work in a fast-paced lab environment and collaborate with clinical staff to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science or related program (required).
• MLS Certification or eligible by a recognized agency (ASCP preferred).
• Externship program completed (preferred).

Responsabilités

• Performs routine analytical tests on biological specimens using clinical laboratory equipment.
• Determines specimen acceptability by visual inspection and recognizing abnormal results.
• Performs quality control and ensures results meet established ranges before reporting.
• Maintains safety and efficient workflow by monitoring equipment and adhering to policies.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Team collaboration

Formation

B.S. in CLS

MLS Certification (ASCP)

Description du poste

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Mercy Health

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) - Core Laboratory - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

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

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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