Medical Laboratory Scientist

Baptist Health; Prattville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Prattville seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to provide timely and courteous laboratory service, performing analyses accurately and efficiently for patients, physicians, and hospital staff.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in clinical/medical laboratory science and ASCP certification. Onsite, full-time, with a 7 on/7 off second shift; strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, or clinical/medical laboratory science required.
• ASCP certification MT/MLS or equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office and related software.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analyses accurately and efficiently.
• Detect unusual conditions and solve problems effectively.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to ensure timely results.
• Fulfill additional duties within scope of role.

Skills

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical, biological, or clinical/medical laboratory science

ASCP certification (MT/MLS) or equivalent

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist# Careers## Medical Laboratory ScientistApply: 1- Onsite: Prattville Baptist Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: JR103382Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.**Highlights:****Summary**: The Medical Laboratory Scientist shall provide timely and courteous service to patients, physicians, and hospital staff by performing laboratory analyses accurately and efficiently. This individual shall detect unusual conditions and assume responsibility for problem solving. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.**Education / Experience**:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a chemical, biological, or clinical/medical laboratory science required. Clinical laboratory training culminating in national certification as defined by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Board of Registry.**License / Certification**:Active ASCP Medical Technologist (MT), ASCP Medical Lab Scientist (MLS), ASCP Microbiology, or equivalent certification required**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**:* Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software.* Strong team leadership skills, strong organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills.* Must be able to meet strict deadlines.* Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational skills.* Must be able to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.* Ability to develop trust with leaders in the organizations.* Strong written and oral communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven track record of successful performance.* Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions.Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.**Primary Location:**Prattville Baptist Hospital**Job:**Medical Laboratory ScientistMedical Laboratory Scientist**Job Type:**Regular-Full time**Shift**:7 on / 7 off Agreement - 2nd Shift (United States of America)