Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Microbiology

UVM Health - UVM Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

UVM Health - UVM Medical Center in Vermont seeks an MLS professional to perform and report diagnostic laboratory tests, with responsibilities spanning QC, troubleshooting and teaching within MLS I to MLS III. Weekend commitment is 1.5 weekends per month, reflecting a shared schedule with the laboratory team.

The ideal candidate holds a biology or chemistry degree and MLS certification, ensuring clinical testing accuracy and ongoing education to maintain high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or chemistry.
• MLS certification required.
• Clinical lab knowledge with QC and troubleshooting.
• Ability to teach and train others.

Responsibilities

• Performs, calculates, reviews and reports laboratory diagnostic tests.
• Maintains basic laboratory skills and performs QC.
• Troubleshoots procedural and instrument issues.
• Supports education and training within MLS progression.

Skills

Lab skills

Maintenance

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Teaching

Procedural corrections

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or chemistry

MLS certification

Job description

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Job Description

Performs, calculates, reviews and reports laboratory diagnostic tests. Basic laboratory skills, maintenance, QC, and troubleshooting abilities. Understands the clinical significance of the testing performed. Responsibilities for teaching, training, correction of procedural/instrument issues increase through the range of MLS I to MLS III.

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological science or chemistry and Medical Laboratory Scientist certification.

Weekend Schedule

Weekend commitment is 1.5 weekends per month.

Benefits

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