Medical Laboratory Scientist

Mindlance; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 48,216 - 53,726; Part time

Job summary

A health staffing agency is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist for an onsite role in Nashville, TN. This contract position requires an Associate or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 0-2 years of experience. Responsibilities include performing lab tests, maintaining equipment, and ensuring patient care quality. Strong communication, attention to detail, and team collaboration are essential. This mid-senior level position offers the chance to work in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in relevant field required.
• 0-2 years of clinical laboratory testing experience required.
• State Medical Technologist license may be required.
• ASCP or AMT certification is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment expected.
• Proficiency with computers needed.

Responsibilities

• Determine specimen acceptability for testing based on established criteria.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures per departmental SOPs.
• Monitor and troubleshoot instrumentation for proper functionality.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents.
• Report accurate test results to ensure quality patient care.
• Maintain safe work environment and replenish testing supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Familiarity with laboratory information systems

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology

Job description

This range is provided by Mindlance. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$35.00/hr - $39.00/hr

Direct message the job poster from Mindlance

Senior Recruitment Executive @ Mindlance

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist

Duration: 6 months assignment (Possible to convert)

Responsibilities are interchangeable within job titles of medical lab technician/ medical laboratory scientist (MLS), medical technologist or clinical laboratory scientist. Work environment/department will be listed in requirement.

Core Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• 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 control.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
• Minimum 0-2 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required.
• State Medical Technologist license may be required.
• ASCP or AMT certification is either preferred.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Proficient with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
• High level of attention to 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.

This is an onsite role. Candidates will be expected to be onsite every day.

Skills

• Minimum Degree Required: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
• Certifications & Licenses: ASCP or AMT certification is either preferred. TN license preferred.

EEO

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care