Medical Laboratory Scientist

CommonSpirit Health; Omaha (NE); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

$4,800 sign on bonus

$10,000 loan forgiveness

Résumé du poste

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to perform a wide range of laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry, and microbiology disciplines. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and regulatory adherence in a high-stakes clinical environment.

You will analyze specimens, operate instruments, perform quality control, and provide timely data to support patient diagnosis and treatment decisions. A sign-on bonus and loan forgiveness are available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Lab Science or Medical Technology required by CLIA definitions.
• ASCP certification preferred for MLS/MT roles.
• Strong scientific foundation with laboratory discipline and regulatory awareness.

Responsabilités

• Performs waived to highly complex tests on patient specimens following SOPs.
• Reports results accurately and communicates critical values to caregivers.
• Maintains and troubleshoots major automated equipment and instruments.
• Performs calibration and quality control procedures with proper documentation.
• Participates in proficiency testing and reviews results with clinical leaders.
• Contributes to validation of new procedures and equipment with proper documentation.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Medical Lab Science/Medical Technology (CLIA)

Outils

ASCP Certification

Description du poste

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Medical Lab Scientist, you will be a critical diagnostic expert, performing complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate, timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment.

Every day, you will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.). You'll analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and conduct quality control, providing crucial data for clinical decisions.

To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate a strong scientific foundation, advanced technical proficiency, exceptional problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Your paramount commitment will be to accuracy and regulatory adherence.

• Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turn-around-time limits
• Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair
• Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters
• Performs proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leaders
• Assists in evaluation and generation of compliant documentation for the validation of new procedures and equipment to provide the physician with the most current laboratory technology

We are offering a $4,800 sign on bonus and $10,000 Loan Forgiveness to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.

Job Requirements

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Lab Science or Medical Technology, or related field defined by CLIA

Preferred

• Certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist, or equivalent by ASCP
• May consider Med tab Technician MLT qualified candidates for similar position

Where You'll Work

At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy, our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body, mind, and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services, heart and vascular care, emergency services, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging.

Pay Range

$29.36 - $43.68 /hour