Medical Laboratory Scientist, Full Time, Days, Weekend

Rochelle Community Hospital; Rochelle (IL); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Rochelle Community Hospital is seeking a Laboratorian/MLS to perform accurate lab tests using manual and automated methods, while maintaining regulatory compliance. You will conduct phlebotomy procedures and provide compassionate service to patients and caregivers in a high-pressure setting.

Evening and midnight coverage are required as needed; a BS in MLS and MLS certification (ASCP/AMT/ASCPI) are essential, with certification within 12 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science required.
• MLS certification from a nationally recognized agency required or must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Evening and midnight coverage required as needed.
• Must pass Certification exam within 1 year of hire.

Responsabilités

• Perform accurate laboratory testing using manual and automated methods.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory agencies and quality standards.
• Conduct phlebotomy (arterial, capillary, venipuncture) as part of patient care.
• Provide courteous customer service to patients, families, visitors, and physicians.

Connaissances

Adaptability

Teamwork

multitask

Complex medical equipment

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Formation

Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

MLS certification (ASCP/AMT/ASCPI)

Description du poste

About UsLocated 25 miles south of Rockford and 75 miles west of Chicago, Rochelle Community Hospital has been a cornerstone of the Rochelle community for over a century. As a critical-access hospital, our staff provides state-of-the-art emergency care, diagnostic testing, home healthcare resources, rehabilitation, occupational health, inpatient care, and surgery, as well as a variety of other outpatient services. At Rochelle Community Hospital, quality care isn't just our job, it's our passion. We strive not only to deliver the highest quality and value to our patients, but also to our physicians and staff. As a member of our team, you can expect to work alongside our team of highly trained staff and administrators as we set out to create a higher standard of healthcare for our community.

Evening and Midnight Coverage is required as needed.

Position Summary

Primary responsibility is to perform careful and accurate scientific work using a variety of manual and automated procedures, while consistently maintaining compliance with all current regulatory agencies. The performance of EKG's, arterial, capillary and venipuncture phlebotomy is required. Accurate problem solving and judgement in high-pressure situations is required. Providing good customer service to patients, families, visitors, and physicians is also required.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

Certification:

• Certified by a nationally recognized credentialing agency for Medical Laboratory Science, MLS (ASCP), MLS (AMT) or MLS (ASCPI)

Experience:

• None required, must pass Certification exam within 1 year of hire.

Skills

• Adapts well to change and maintain a positive attitude.
• Teamwork- Contributes to the positive morale of the department through attitude and actions.
• Prioritizes tasks and is able to multi-task.
• Ability to use complex medical equipment
• Strong analytical thinking skills
• Detail orientated

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• The ideal candidate must be able to work and complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Demonstrates the ability to work accurately and effectively in oral and written directions and communication.
• Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Repeat the same movements.
• Moderate lifting pulling pushing and carrying in a busy environment. Lifts weights up to 25 pounds
• The employee is subject to hazards: Chemical Hygiene Plan and Blood borne Pathogen guidelines are in place for employee safety.
• The employee is subject to atmospheric conditions of controlled lab environment.