Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Lab Tech (Flint Hills) - Lab - FT - Variable

Stormont-Vail HealthCare, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Stormont Vail Health in Topeka, KS seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform diverse laboratory tests supporting diagnosis and treatment. You will handle specimens, operate complex equipment, and ensure accuracy across pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical steps.

The role requires a MLS/CLS degree (NAACLS-accredited program eligible) and at least 1 year of hands-on testing or specimen collection experience, with strict adherence to OSHA and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in MLS/CLS or related field; NAACLS-accredited program eligible
• 1 year experience performing specimen collection or testing required
• Proficiency with safety procedures and OSHA guidelines

Responsibilities

• Process and handle blood and other specimens per established procedures.
• Perform a variety of clinical laboratory tests across hematology, microbiology, immunology, chemistry, urinalysis, and immunohematology.
• Perform quality control on analytical systems and troubleshoot out-of-control results.
• Maintain/operate laboratory equipment per manufacturers' recommendations and lab procedures.
• Provide education and training to new team members and students as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field

Job description

Position Status:Full timeShift:Variable Less than 12 hour shift (United States of America)Hours per week:40Job InformationExemption Status: Non-ExemptA Brief OverviewMedical Laboratory Scientists perform a wide range of laboratory tests that aid in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Their primary responsibility involves conducting analyses on patient samples used varied laboratory equipment and techniques. They operate and maintain complex laboratory equipment and ensure accurate test results. They collaborate with other healthcare professionals to facilitate accurate diagnoses and treatments. They assume responsibility for problem resolution across the continuum of testing (pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical.Education QualificationsBachelor's Degree Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field. Persons in the process of completing a NAACLS-accredited MLS/CLS program may be eligible. RequiredExperience Qualifications1 year Experience performing specimen collecting or testing. PreferredSkills and AbilitiesFollows all applicable OSHA guidelines. Follows all hospital and departmental safety procedures. (Required proficiency)Proficient in scientific principles, procedures, and protocols. (Required proficiency)Ability to organize work and establish priorities (Required proficiency)Strong attention to detail. (Required proficiency)Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs. (Required proficiency)Ability to follow directions accurately (Required proficiency)Licenses and CertificationsMedical Laboratory Scientist - ASCP Required orCertification-eligible persons may be considered. Required orPersons licensed by a state requiring laboratory personnel licensure may be accepted. Required orSingle discipline technologist or specialist certification in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Molecular Biology, or Microbiology may be considered depending on the position. RequiredWhat you will doProcesses and handles blood and/or other biological specimens according to established procedures. Good understanding of specimen collection and other pre-analytical considerations for quality testing.Performs and results a variety of clinical laboratory tests in the areas of hematology, microbiology, immunology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis and immunohematology. Performs quality control on analytical systems and recognizes systems that are out of control.Understands the theory involved in procedures and troubleshoots when questionable or erratic results occur. Takes proper remedial action in response to test systems being out of control limits. Reports unusual or erratic results to laboratory leadership.Maintains equipment as directed by manufacturers' recommendations, laboratory policy procedure manual and/or laboratory leadership. Operates equipment properly. Thoroughly reads manual before using equipment. Has a clear understanding of the equipment, how it functions, what its limitations are when it is malfunctioning.Participates in the proficiency testing program (as assigned).Researches and sets up new procedures/analytical equipment. Writes, reviews and edits laboratory documents in the document management system.Inventory supplies as directed by lab leadership. Alert to situations or new techniques which will conserve supplies or improve efficiency. Evaluates new products and supplies as directed by lab leadership.As directed by department leadership, provides education and training to new team members, students, and interns. Provides a welcoming environment to learners by practicing open communication, constructive feedback tailored to specific behaviors, goal-setting, and competency evaluation. Assists learner with documentation and competency as required. Prepares lectures and study material for clinical interns as needed.Assesses competency of other technical staff on non-waived test systems as directed by lab leadership, in accordance with federal rules under CLIA.Required for All JobsComplies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail HealthPerforms other duties as assignedPatient Facing OptionsPosition is Not Patient FacingRemote Work GuidelinesWorkspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work CapabilityOn-Site; No RemoteScopeNo Supervisory ResponsibilityNo Budget Responsibility No Budget ResponsibilityPhysical DemandsBalancing: Occasionally 1-3 HoursCarrying: Occasionally 1-3 HoursClimbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hourClimbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hourCrawling: Rarely less than 1 hourCrouching: Rarely less than 1 hourDriving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hourEye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 HoursFeeling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursGrasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 HoursHandling: Frequently 3-5 HoursHearing: Frequently 3-5 HoursKneeling: Rarely less than 1 hourLifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbsPulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsPushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsReaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsReaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsRepetitive Motions: Frequently 3-5 HoursSitting: Frequently 3-5 HoursStanding: Frequently 3-5 HoursStooping: Occasionally 1-3 HoursTalking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWalking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWorking ConditionsBurn: Occasionally 1-3 HoursChemical: Frequently 3-5 HoursCombative Patients: Rarely less than 1 hourDusts: Rarely less than 1 hourElectrical: Rarely less than 1 hourExplosive: Rarely less than 1 hourExtreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hourInfectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 HoursMechanical: Occasionally 1-3 HoursNeedle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 HoursNoise/Sounds: Continuously greater than 5 hoursOther Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hourPoor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Occasionally 1-3 HoursRisk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Continuously greater than 5 hoursHazards (other): Occasionally 1-3 HoursVibration: Occasionally 1-3 HoursWet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hourStormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.