Medical Laboratory Scientist I

WakeMed; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I to join their team in Raleigh, NC. The successful candidate will perform routine and specialized laboratory tests essential for diagnosing and treating diseases. Candidates should possess an Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent certification, with a strong emphasis on laboratory testing and quality control.

Qualifications

• Performs both routine and specialized laboratory tests.
• Utilizes medical equipment and computer systems for evaluations.
• Experience in moderate complexity testing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and reports patient results with independent judgment.
• Performs quality control procedures and maintains laboratory equipment.
• Assists in training new employees and students.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Independent Judgment

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

NAACLS Accredited Program Certification

Job description

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Overview

The Med Lab Scientist I performs routine and specialized laboratory tests and other procedures for use in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Utilizes requisite equipment, instruments, and computer systems. Evaluates and reports patient results using considerable independent judgment within the scope of established testing methods. Updates knowledge, skills and applies appropriately. Maintains age-specific and other required competencies. Performs quality control procedures and contributes to the maintenance of the laboratory, equipment, and supplies. Assists in training new employees and/or students in the theoretical and operational aspects of procedures and evaluates their work. Performs other duties as assigned. Works both independently and as part of a team with general supervision/periodic review by supervisory staff. Experience performing moderate complexity testing such as urine microscopy and post-vasectomy sperm count preferred.

Overview

The Med Lab Scientist I performs routine and specialized laboratory tests and other procedures for use in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Utilizes requisite equipment, instruments, and computer systems. Evaluates and reports patient results using considerable independent judgment within the scope of established testing methods. Updates knowledge, skills and applies appropriately. Maintains age-specific and other required competencies. Performs quality control procedures and contributes to the maintenance of the laboratory, equipment, and supplies. Assists in training new employees and/or students in the theoretical and operational aspects of procedures and evaluates their work. Performs other duties as assigned. Works both independently and as part of a team with general supervision/periodic review by supervisory staff. Experience performing moderate complexity testing such as urine microscopy and post-vasectomy sperm count preferred.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

American Society for Clinical Pathology And/Or National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel Certification Preferred

Education

Associate's Degree Medical Laboratory Technology Required - Or Certificate Completed NAACLS accredited program and recognized by the ASCP Board as qualifying for the MLT Required In Lieu of Degree

Experience

2 Years Clinical - Clinical Laboratory Preferred

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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