Medical Lab Scientist or Technician / MLS or MLT

Oklahoma Heart; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Ardent is hiring for a night shift, full-time Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician in Tulsa, OK. The role involves performing routine and specialty clinical laboratory testing to support patient care, with emphasis on accuracy, quality control, and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital lab.

The ideal candidate holds a Baccalaureate or Associate degree in Medical Technology or a related science and ASCP or equivalent certification, with proven experience in a clinical laboratory and

Qualifications

• Degree in medical technology/clinical laboratory science or a chemical/physical/biological science.
• ASCP or equivalent certification and ability to maintain it without lapse.
• Experience in a clinical laboratory as a Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or related role.
• Current knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and principles.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and special laboratory procedures and quality control.
• Cares for preventive maintenance, minor repairs, inventory management, and data collection.
• Participates in quality assurance, performance improvement, and staff training as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Education

Baccalaureate or Associate Degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science or related science

ASCP certification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician in Tulsa, OK.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hillcrest Hospital South, a full-service 180-bed facility located in south Tulsa, offers a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services utilizing cutting-edge technology in a welcoming community environment. As the only DNV Orthopedic Center of Excellence (OCE) in Oklahoma, Hillcrest South stands out for its exceptional orthopedic care. The hospital’s RN residency program is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Practice Transition Accreditation Program and Pathway to Excellence, ensuring high-quality training for nurses.

Explore Career Pathways for Laboratory Professionals:

Responsibilities

• The Medical Lab Scientist or Technician functions as a professional who assumes responsibility and accountability for the performance of clinical laboratory testing that pertains to patient care and diagnosis.
• This position performs routine and special laboratory procedures, quality control, preventative maintenance, minor equipment repairs, inventory control, and statistical compilation.
• Will additionally participates in quality assurance, performance improvement, laboratory education, new employee training, and proficiency testing when assigned.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Baccalaureate Degree or Associate Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a chemical, physical or biological science.
• ASCP or equivalent.
  • Certification within a specific area, i.e. M(ASCP), H(ASCP), C(ASCP) qualifies.
  • Certification must be maintained without lapse during employment.
    • If the certification does lapse, the job will be downgraded to Medical Laboratory Scientist (non-certified) until certification is reinstated.
• Previous clinical laboratory experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, or Medical Laboratory Scientist within a clinical laboratory.
• Current knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and principles.