Medical Laboratory Scientist - 7o/7o Evening

Baptist Health; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist for the Evening shift (7 on / 7 off) at Baptist Medical Center South in Montgomery, AL. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in lab science and active ASCP certification (MT/MLS or equivalent).

Strong MS Office skills and leadership abilities are valued to support a busy clinical laboratory. The position emphasizes timely, courteous service to patients, physicians, and hospital staff, with accuracy in laboratory analyses and problem

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, or clinical lab science.
• ASCP certification required (MT/MLS or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analyses accurately and efficiently for patients, physicians, and staff.
• Detect unusual results and take responsibility for problem solving.

Skills

Team leadership

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Customer relations

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Multitasking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in lab science

ASCP certification

Tools

MS Office

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 South

Job

Medical Laboratory Scientist - 7o/7o Evening

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.