Medical Lab Scientist: Precision Diagnostics & Care

Mercy Health; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Virginia seeks a Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) to perform routine tests on blood, tissues and specimens, delivering accurate results to physicians while ensuring patient safety.

The role requires a BS in CLS (or related fields) and MLS certification or eligibility. Externship preferred; candidates must engage professionally with staff and patients in a fast-paced hospital lab setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical Science, Biology or Biochemistry through a CLIA approved program (required)
• MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)
• Externship program completed (preferred)
• Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-pasted environment
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

Responsibilities

• 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

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Virginia seeks a Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) to perform routine tests on blood, tissues and specimens, delivering accurate results to physicians while ensuring patient safety.

The role requires a BS in CLS (or related fields) and MLS certification or eligibility. Externship preferred; candidates must engage professionally with staff and patients in a fast-paced hospital lab setting.