Medical Laboratory Scientist

Azza HealthCare Agency; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Family support services

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Altoona, PA, invites you to join a state-of-the-art laboratory team as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, performing and reporting analyses from multiple specimen sources to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology/MLS or equivalent, successful program completion or certification, and strong attention to detail, teamwork, and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or MLS program.
• Successful completion of accredited Medical Technology/MLS program or equivalent certification.
• Clinical lab experience and certification are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report laboratory analyses from multiple specimen sources to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain instrument functionality and troubleshoot issues promptly.
• Manage specimens with correct identification and accessioning procedures.
• Identify order discrepancies and resolve problems efficiently.
• Assist in training new staff and participate in ongoing education.
• Meet productivity targets while handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Adhere to reporting protocols and use multiple computer applications in a clinical setting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Quality-focused

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology/MLS or related field

Job description

Join a state-of-the-art laboratory team as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, performing and reporting various analyses from multiple specimen sources to ensure high-quality patient care.

• Conduct and document laboratory tests, maintain instrument functionality, and troubleshoot issues.
• Manage specimens accurately, confirm patient identification, and follow proper accessioning procedures.
• Recognize discrepancies in patient orders and resolve problems efficiently.
• Assist in training new staff and participate in ongoing educational activities to stay current in the field.
• Meet productivity expectations while handling multiple work processes and completing tasks promptly.
• Adhere to established reporting protocols and utilize multiple computer applications.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and perform duties in a clinical environment.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, successful completion of an accredited Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science program, or equivalent experience and certification.

Key skills:

attention to detail, efficient multitasking, troubleshooting, teamwork, and commitment to quality.

Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and family support services. The role offers evening shifts, no travel, and a collaborative, inclusive work environment committed to diversity and excellence.