Medical Laboratory Scientist

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) in Kentucky is seeking a Staff Medical Technologist to perform clinical tests across laboratory departments. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related sciences and MT/MLS certification, with no experience required.

You will participate in quality control, maintain records, train students, and assist in supervising duties as needed, ensuring accurate data for diagnosis and treatment and effective communication with physicians and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or one of the biological, chemical, or physical sciences related to Medical Technology required.
• Certification as Medical Technologist (MT/MLS) by a nationally recognized certifying agency required.
• No experience requirement specified.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests in all lab departments to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Performs all duties of technician and may assume duties of Senior Medical Technologists and/or Chief as required.
• Evaluates results of various procedures.
• Performs troubleshooting procedures on equipment after advising supervisor of problem.
• Participates in quality control program in the department.
• Maintains appropriate records and performs clerical duties associated with respective department.
• Assists in training students and/or new employees.
• In the absence of immediate supervisor, notifies physician of abnormal test results.
• Participates in employee evaluation process.
• Participates in total lab coverage either on shift basis and/or on call.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related sciences

Job description

Overview

The Staff Medical Technologist performs clinical tests in one or more areas of specialization depending on the size and scope of laboratory activity.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests in all lab departments to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Performs all duties of technician and may assume duties of Senior Medical Technologists and/or Chief as required.
• Evaluates results of various procedures.
• Performs troubleshooting procedures on equipment after advising supervisor of problem.
• Participates in quality control program in the department.
• Maintains appropriate records and performs clerical duties associated with respective department.
• Assists in training students and/or new employees.
• In the absence of immediate supervisor, notifies physician of abnormal test results.
• Participates in employee evaluation process.
• Participates in total lab coverage either on shift basis and/or on call.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or one of the biological, chemical, or physical sciences related to Medical Technology required.

Work Experience

• No experience requirement specified.

Licensure/Certification

• Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT/MLS) by a nationally recognized certifying agency required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory procedures, instrumentation, quality control practices, and laboratory safety standards.
• Ability to perform complex laboratory testing with accuracy and precision.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and other healthcare team members.