Medical Lab Technician/Medical Lab Scientist

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Job summary

A leading health organization in Midlothian, VA is seeking a Medical Lab Technician or Medical Lab Scientist for a night shift role. This entry-level position involves performing laboratory tests on patient samples. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, along with necessary certification. The organization offers comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligibility required.
• Completion of a CLIA-approved program required.
• Externship program completed preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures and analyzes results.
• Identifies and resolves issues within the scope of training.
• Operates and maintains lab equipment.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Equipment maintenance

Quality control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Science/Biology/Biochemistry

Job description

Overview

Medical Lab Technician/Medical Lab Scientist role at Bon Secours Mercy Health. Night shift position at St Francis Medical Center, Midlothian, VA. This role involves performing tests on patient samples to detect diseases and reporting results to the ordering physician.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures; interprets and analyzes results.
• Identifies and corrects problems within the scope of training and education.
• Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and validates lab equipment.
• Performs, records, and evaluates quality control.
• Assists Lead, Supervisor, or Manager with inventory, scheduling, and safety.
• Conducts competency assessments.
• May be responsible for developing and evaluating new methods of testing, depending on experience and position.

Qualifications

• Licensing/Certification: MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required).
• For RSFH (as of 3/27/25), if registry-eligible, must achieve certification within 12 months from hire date.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Science/Biology/Biochemistry; completion of a CLIA-approved program (required).
• Work Experience: Externship program completed (preferred).

Benefits

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And more

Additional Information

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statements, please email [e-mail]. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the employment selection process, contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].

Engagement details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care