Medical Laboratory Scientist

AECOM; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

As a Med Lab Technologist at AECOM, you will be crucial in diagnosing patient health by performing technical analyses and interpreting laboratory results. Our facility values health equity and innovative care delivery, making this role integral to patient outcomes in Arkansas's healthcare landscape.

Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical, analytical or environmental laboratory.
• Registered (or registry eligible) with a certifying agency.
• Ability to perform technical analyses and assure quality.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process samples, test results, and communicate outcomes.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment under supervision.
• Assure quality and accuracy of tests performed.

Skills

Microbiology

Biology

Hematology

Immunohematology

Urinalysis

Chemistry

Laboratory safety

Laboratory equipment operation

Education

Graduated from an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program

Registry eligible with a nationally accredited certifying agency

Job description

**Responsibilities**

+ Knowledge of the principles and practices of microbiology, biology, hematology, immunohematology, urinalysis and chemistry.

+ Knowledge of a clinical laboratory as it applies to the collection and processing of samples. Testing of samples, interpretation of results, and the communication of those results to appropriate personnel.

+ Knowledge of laboratory chemical and biological safety

+ Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment

**Qualifications**

+ Graduated from an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program or at least one year of experience in a clinical, analytical or environmental laboratory.

Registered (or registry eligible*) with a nationally accredited certifying agency (e.g. American Society for Clinical Pathology, American Medical Technology, etc.).

**Overview**

As our Med Lab Technologist at CHI St Vincent Infirmary, you will help solve mysteries as to what’s ailing a patient and get us one step closer to successfully treating that illness or injury. You will perform a variety of technical analyses, verify results and assure quality and accuracy of tests under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor(s), Laboratory Manager(s), Laboratory Administrative Director, and Laboratory Medical Director (Pathologist). You’ll build trust in all your interactions through your professionalism and work ethic.

**CHI St Vincent Infirmary** is a 600 bed faith-based, non-profit, acute care facility providing quality health care to patients and communities from all over the State of Arkansas. Our level II trauma center is a regional referral center for cardiology, trauma, behavioral health, cancer care, neurosciences, and other specialties. We have been consistently named by US News & World Report as one of the State’s best hospitals, with high performance in heart care, colorectal surgery, and joint replacement.

If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.

**Pay Range**

$22.68 - $31.62 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.