Medical Laboratory Scientist III - Lab-Hematology

Dartmouth Health; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Dartmouth Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist for a 40-hour day shift (8:30 am–5:00 pm) with rotating weekends and holidays. A $7500 sign-on/retention bonus is offered for external hires, with certain conditions.

The role involves performing diagnostic lab tests, maintaining quality control, and supporting a high-volume laboratory environment. Qualification includes an AS degree with 4+ years of CL experience or a BS degree with 2+ years, plus the

Qualifications

• AS degree with minimum 4 years of clinical laboratory experience or BS degree with minimum 2 years of clinical laboratory experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant technical experience required.
• Ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines and manage changing volumes; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of laboratory tests in a timely manner with accuracy.
• Troubleshoot instrument and system issues and communicate resolutions.
• Perform quality control and instrument checks according to procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Train new staff and students on bench procedures and theory.

Education

AS degree + 4 years CL experience

BS degree + 2 years CL experience

Job description

Overview

Sign-On/Retention incentives: up to $7500

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics is home to the largest laboratory in NH, providing Pathology and Clinical Laboratory services to DHMC & Clinics physician practices, Dartmouth Health system member hospitals, and independent practices and hospitals throughout NH and VT. The department leads in process improvement (LEAN/Six Sigma), which led to a renovated space designed to improve workflow efficiency. With a slogan of ‘Investigate, innovate and validate,’ our lab is:

• A high-volume lab with cutting-edge technology and automation
• A culture that encourages collaboration and teamwork for future innovation.
• A place to learn and grow, and we encourage new graduates (MLT's and MLS's) to apply for our open positions.

The Medical Laboratory Scientist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist independently performs a variety of diagnostic tests in the Clinical Laboratory to obtain data for diagnosis and treatment of disease.

This is a 40-hour-per-week, day-shift position, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. This position requires rotating weekends and holidays. A 15% shift differential is paid for weekend hours.

We are offering a $7500 sign-on/retention bonus for this position. *The bonus is available for external hires only, and certain conditions apply.

Responsibilities

1. Demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform a variety of laboratory tests in a timely manner, yielding accurate and precise results with a low error rate.
2. Ability to appropriately troubleshoot and resolve problems. Ensures that patient results are not reported until systems are functioning properly. Clearly communicates resolutions or next steps.
3. Possesses solid knowledge, skills, and theory to perform job duties in the clinical laboratory.
4. Performs and evaluates quality control and instrument function checks using established quality control practices to assess the functioning of the test system(s). Identifies when a QC problem exists and is able to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner.
5. Operates and maintains laboratory equipment according to established laboratory procedures and/or manufacturer's recommendations, including maintaining supplies. Identifies when sample, instrument, and/or procedural problems exist and takes appropriate actions to remedy the issue.
6. Is able to appropriately troubleshoot problems and communicate resolutions or next steps.
7. Orients and trains new laboratory staff. Trains bench personnel when new procedures or systems are put into routine use. Trains MLS or MLT/CLT students in bench procedures, basic theory, and advanced skills. Helps develop teaching and training tools.
8. Actively participates in the D-HH member’s laboratory's continuing education program.
9. Demonstrates knowledge of and acts in accordance with all hospital safety requirements
10. Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• AS degree and minimum of 4 years of Clinical Laboratory experience or Bachelors of Science Degree and minimum of 2 years of Clinical Laboratory experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant technical experience required.
• Ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines and manage changing volumes. Basic knowledge of computer software systems.

Required Licensure/Certifications

- Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT-AMT) or Technologist/Specialist in Chemistry (C-ASCP) or International Technologist in Microbiology (M-ASCP) or Technologist/Specialist in Blood Banking (BB-ASCP) or Specialist in Hematology (SH-ASCP) or International Specialist in Microbiology (SM-ASCP) within 365 days preferred.

• Area of Interest: Allied Health
• Pay Range: $29.22/Hr. - $45.29/Hr.
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
• Shift: Day
• Job ID: 41682

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers

Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affermative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.