Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLT, MLS) - (Per Diem)

Hartford HealthCare; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) in Windham, Connecticut. The MLS will perform, interpret, and correlate clinical laboratory tests to aid in physician diagnosis and treatment. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant Bachelor's degree and certification in medical technology, alongside outstanding interpersonal skills.

Applicants are expected to demonstrate leadership and comply with safety regulations while providing critical insights in patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university with 16 semester hours in biology.
• Certified or eligible for categorical certification in medical technology with experience.
• Ability to adopt H3W Leadership behaviors and become a strong ambassador.

Responsibilities

• Perform, interpret and correlate clinical laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis.
• Utilize complex problem-solving skills in resolving clinical and instrument problems.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communications skills

Leadership abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology and chemistry

Categorical certification in medical technology

Job description

Job Description

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university with 16 semester hours in biology including one semester in microbiology and 16 semester hours in chemistry including one semester in organic or biochemistry, which may be obtained within, or in addition to, the Bachelor's degree
• Certified or eligible for categorical certification in medical technology by a recognized certifying body after one year of on-the-job experience
• 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.