Medical Laboratory Scientist - Midnight Shift

Christiana Care Health Services; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare is seeking a Laboratory professional to perform tests across hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, coagulation, and microbiology, with responsibilities in blood bank and cancer center contexts. The role emphasizes accuracy, quality control, and safety within a hospital lab.

Minimum education includes a BS in Medical Technology or MLS and related sciences. Recent graduates are welcome to apply for this entry-level opportunity at a major health system.

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science.
• BS in a chemical, physical, or biological science.
• No laboratory work experience required; recent graduate acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests accurately per procedure manual.
• Verify specimen IDs and process orders; meet turnaround times.
• Follow established quality control procedures and document corrective actions.
• Perform and record preventive maintenance; troubleshoot with hotline when needed.
• Follow ChristianaCare safety policies; review safety manual annually.
• Collaborate with leadership and staff; present a professional image at all times.

Skills

Lab methods

Infection control

Quality assurance

Policies & procedures

Test coordination

Professional communication

Regulatory knowledge

Computer skills

Automated equipment

Color vision & dexterity

Oral & written communication

Education

BS in Medical Technology or MLS

BS in chemical/physical/biological science

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Performs laboratory testing and associated activities to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

PRIMARY SECTION FUNCTION :

General Lab:

• Competency in Hematology and/or
• Competency in Chemistry and/or
• Competency in Urinalysis and/or
• Competency in Coagulation and/or
• Competency in Special Chem/Heme and/or
• Competency in Flow Cytometry

Blood Bank:

• Competency at Window (Receiving/Dispensing) bench; and
• Competency at Automation Testing bench; and
• Competency at Manual Testing bench; and
• Competency at Components bench; and
• Competency with Wilmington site‑specific tasks, if/as applicable.

Microbiology

• Accurately performs and maintains competency in the interpretation of microbiological cultures, direct specimen smears and antibiotic susceptibility testing on clinically relevant organisms associated with infectious disease syndromes.
• Accurately perform quality control procedures including recording and follow up of any out of limit procedures. Documents corrective action as necessary.
• Uses the laboratory computer to process test requests including the inoculation of clinical specimens to microbiological media.
• Adheres to turn around times. Documents calls as necessary, verifying critical values and specimen identification.

Cancer Center

Accurately performs and maintains competency in Chemistry, Hematology and Urinalysis.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs all test procedures accurately as described in the procedure manual.

Verifies specimen identification, processes orders, adheres to established turnaround times, documents calls, and verifies critical values.

Follows established quality control procedures, and documents corrective actions as necessary.

Performs and records all scheduled preventive maintenance procedures. Performs basic troubleshooting and calls appropriate hotline when necessary.

Follows all ChristianaCare and laboratory safety policies. Reviews laboratory safety manual annually.

Cooperates with leadership and co‑workers and maintains a good rapport with other departments. Presents a professional, well‑groomed appearance at all times. Answers the telephone courteously and promptly.

Participates in quality assurance as directed by section leadership.

Attend departmental Inservice and staff meetings as required.

Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices; reports to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors.

Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• BS in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science
• BS in a chemical, physical, biological science
• No laboratory work experience required, recent graduate acceptable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of infection prevention techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of quality assurance principles and techniques.
• Ability to understand ChristianaCare and departmental laboratory policies and procedures.
• Ability to coordinate simultaneous tests and procedures with accuracy.
• Ability to interact professionally with coworkers and other hospital caregivers.
• Ability to understand appropriate regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Ability to use computer software.
• Skill in the use of automated laboratory equipment.
• Skill in manual dexterity and normal color vision.
• Skill in oral and written communications.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

ASCP eligible or equivalent

Hourly Pay Range:

$29.80 - $44.71

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Nov 14, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/