Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLT, MLS) - Per Diem

hhccareers; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare, MidState Medical Center, is seeking a clinical laboratory professional to perform, interpret and correlate laboratory tests to aid diagnosis and treatment. The role requires bio/chemistry coursework, ASCP certification within 90 days, and strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with adherence to OSHA standards.

Located in Connecticut, this position offers opportunities for growth within a progressive healthcare network and a comprehensive benefits program designed for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 16 semester hours in biology including microbiology and 16 semester hours in chemistry including organic/biochemistry
• ASCP or equivalent generalist certification within 90 days of employment
• Ability to adopt H3W Leadership behaviors and be a strong ambassador
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership abilities

Responsibilities

• Performs, interprets and correlates clinical laboratory tests by following protocols to assist in the physician diagnosis and treatment of illness and disease
• Utilizes problem-solving skills to resolve clinical and instrument problems

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology and chemistry

Job description

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

Serving our community since 1998, MidState Medical Center is a vibrant and progressive organization with a genuine concern for our patients, community, and employee’s alike.We’ve earned top honors for quality stroke care, gold level recognition for organ donation, and employing leaders in the field of cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation, providing the highest quality level of care.

Job Description:

Performs, interprets and correlates clinical laboratory tests by following protocols to assist in the physician diagnosis and treatment of illness and disease. Expected to utilize complex problem-solving skills in resolving clinical and instrument problems.

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university with 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) in biology including one semester in microbiology and 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) in chemistry including one semester in organic or biochemistry, which may be obtained within, or in addition to, the Bachelor's degree
• ASCP or equivalent categorical/generalist certification (within 90 days of employment)
• Ability to adopt H3W Leadership behaviors and become a strong H3W ambassador
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal, written and listening) skills and good leadership abilities.
• Ability to comply with OSHA and applicable regulatory requirements by following established procedures in order to maintain a safe laboratory environment and to meet accreditation standards.

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.