Medical Laboratory Scientist

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Sign-on bonus

Growth opportunities

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join a state-of-the-art laboratory team, performing analyses from multiple specimen sources to support high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include maintaining productivity, proper specimen handling, instrument maintenance, quality control, and timely reporting.

The role offers comprehensive benefits, a sign-on bonus, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment focused on excellence and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Certification from ASCP or NAACLS accredited programs preferred.
• Ability to perform analyses, troubleshoot instruments, and adhere to safety and quality standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining productivity and managing multiple work processes efficiently.
• Proper handling and identification of specimens, using accessioning procedures, and recognizing discrepancies.
• Performing instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, quality control, and replenishing supplies.
• Following reporting procedures via computerized, verbal, and manual methods.
• Accessing multiple computer applications and assisting in training new staff.
• Participating in ongoing education and successfully completing competency assessments.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Instrument troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

ASCP/NAACLS certification

Job description

Join a state-of-the-art laboratory team as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, performing and reporting various analyses from multiple specimen sources to ensure high-quality patient care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining productivity and managing multiple work processes efficiently.
• Proper handling and identification of specimens, using accessioning procedures, and recognizing discrepancies.
• Performing instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, quality control, and replenishing supplies.
• Following reporting procedures via computerized, verbal, and manual methods.
• Accessing multiple computer applications and assisting in training new staff.
• Participating in ongoing education and successfully completing competency assessments.

Qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Certification from ASCP or NAACLS accredited programs preferred.
• Ability to perform analyses, troubleshoot instruments, and adhere to safety and quality standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.

This role offers comprehensive benefits, a sign-on bonus, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment dedicated to excellence, safety, and innovation.