Medical Laboratory Scientist

Pride Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Pride Health is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist II to support our client’s medical facility in Jacksonville, FL 32204. Shift: 3rd shift, 6pm to 6am (12 hours, 3 days). Pay range: $38.65/hr–$41/hr on W2.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, CLS/MT, 2–4 years in clinical lab testing (Blood Bank), ASCP or AMT certification, and the ability to work independently or in a team. LIS familiarity is a plus; color vision screen may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, CLS/MT or equivalent meeting CLIA and state requirements.
• ASCP or AMT certification is required.
• 2–4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience, including Blood Bank.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with computers; color vision screen may be required.

Responsibilities

• Determine acceptability of specimens for testing per SOPs.
• Perform routine and complex procedures in the MLS/clinical lab.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation.
• Make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate reagents; report results accurately.
• Perform preventive maintenance and quality control.
• Identify and replenish bench supplies; assist with specimen processing.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear PPE.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Computer proficiency

Color vision screen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

State Medical Technologist license

Tools

ASCP certification

AMT certification

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Pride Health is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist II to support our client’s medical facility, which is based in Jacksonville FL 32204

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Job Description:

Job: Medical Laboratory Scientist II

Shift: 3rd shift 6pm to 6am, 12 hours X 3days =(40/week)

Pay Range: $38.65/hr-$41/hr on W2

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities are interchangeable within job titles of medical laboratory scientist (MLS), medical technologist or clinical laboratory scientist. Work environment/department will be listed in requirement.
• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria. Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls. Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements. Minimum 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required with Blood Bank
• State Medical Technologist license may be required (will be listed in requirement if its needed).
• ASCP or AMT certification is required
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment. Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus. High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills. Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen. Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

Pride-Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Pride-Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pride-Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates:

Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions:

For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.