Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Gilbert (New Lab Team)

Phoenix Children's; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children’s is opening a new location in Gilbert and is recruiting Medical Laboratory Scientists to join the new lab team at our new hospital. This position is a 0.9 FTE day shift, hourly, with a variable TBD schedule to include rotating weekends.

The MLS II performs and interprets standard, complex and specialized laboratory tests. The MLS II correlates abnormal laboratory data with pathologic states, determines validity of test results and the need for additional investigation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Clinical Laboratory Science program from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of post-secondary education and work experience.
• Clinical laboratory experience.
• Current nationally recognized certification (ASCP or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Prepares clear, technically sound reports of test results for patient treatment decisions.
• Performs chemical, microbiologic, immunologic, hematologic, and/or immunohematologic laboratory procedures.
• Evaluates new procedures, instrumentation, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintains professional competency and stays current with laboratory best practices.
• Performs standard, complex and specialized patient testing and quality control testing.
• Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions and ensures safe, proper operation.
• Assists peers with work assignments and performs miscellaneous duties as requested.

Education

Clinical Laboratory Science program

ASCP Certification or equivalent

CLIA high-complexity testing experience (certificate/regulatory knowledge)

Job description

Phoenix Children’s is opening a new location in Gilbert and is recruiting Medical Laboratory Scientists to join the new lab team at our new hospital. This position is a 0.9 FTE day shift, hourly, with a variable TBD schedule to include rotating weekends.

The MLS II performs and interprets standard, complex and specialized laboratory tests. The MLS II correlates abnormal laboratory data with pathologic states, determines validity of test results and the need for additional investigation.