Medical Laboratory Scientist

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health, a leading healthcare system in central Alabama, seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist at Baptist Medical Center East. You will perform laboratory analyses, ensure timely service to patients and staff, and detect unusual conditions while solving problems.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in lab science and ASCP MT/MLS certification; strong MS Office skills and the ability to work independently or in a team on a 7 on/7 off second shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, biological, or clinical/medical laboratory science required.
• Clinical laboratory training culminating in ASCP Board of Registry certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and courteous service to patients, physicians, and hospital staff by performing laboratory analyses accurately and efficiently.
• Detect unusual conditions and assume responsibility for problem solving.
• May have additional duties within the scope of the role.

Skills

MS Office

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Customer relations

Organization

Education

Bachelors in chemical/biological/clinical lab science

ASCP Board of Registry certification

Tools

ASCP certification

Job description

Baptist 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:

Baptist Medical Center East

Job:

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Job Type:

Regular-Full time

Shift:

7 on / 7 off - Second Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America's best employers in the state of Alabama.