Medical Laboratory Scientist

CarolinaEast Health System; North Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

CarolinaEast Health System is a full-service medical center delivering inpatient and outpatient care in the Coastal Carolina region. A Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science is required, with registration or eligibility for certification.

The role covers routine to high-complexity testing across sections, applying core medical technology principles to produce reliable results that guide diagnosis and treatment. Weekend rotation may occur.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
• Those with a bachelor’s degree must be registered or eligible for certification.
• Ability to perform complex analyses with multiple variables.
• In-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, instruments and interrelationships.
• Strong communication skills to translate facts for diverse audiences.
• Ability to supervise, teach others and evaluate procedures and people.
• Proven ability to work independently and develop effective work relationships.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced laboratory tests from waived to high complexity.
• Apply medical technology principles to produce reliable test results.
• Ensure accurate data interpretation to aid physician decisions.
• Deliver outstanding customer service and uphold standards of excellence.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science

Job description

Hours for this position are: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm with every third rotating weekend***

Job Description

Job Summary

Performs a variety of routine and advanced laboratory tests and procedures ranging from waived to high complexity testing, in one or more sections of the Clinical Laboratory. Professional application of the principles, theories and techniques of medical technology are used to produce reliable test results that aid the physician in diagnosis and treatment.

About CarolinaEast Health System

CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution.
• Those holding a Bachelor’s degree must be registered or eligible for registration through a nationally recognized certification agency.
• Must be able to perform complex analyses, which require a defined network of steps and variables.
• Must have an in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships.
• Must be able to recognize problems, identify the cause (technical or instrumental), create alternatives and determine solutions.
• Must have communication skills in translating facts and ideas to a variety of persons, both within and outside the laboratory.
• Must be responsible for own work and decisions and be able to supervise and teach others.
• Must be able to evaluate procedures, equipment and people (peers, students and subordinates).
• Must be able to work independently when necessary. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
• The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care in his/her assigned department. T
• he individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status.
• The individual must interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, providing the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.