Medical Laboratory Scientist - PRN Nights

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system in Alabama is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist for PRN night shifts. The role involves performing accurate laboratory analyses and providing courteous service to patients and staff. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and possess active ASCP certification. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work under deadlines.

Qualifications

• Must have clinical laboratory training culminating in national certification.
• Active ASCP Medical Technologist (MT), ASCP Medical Lab Scientist (MLS), or equivalent certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and courteous service to patients and staff.
• Perform laboratory analyses accurately and efficiently.
• Detect unusual conditions and problem solve.

Skills

Excellent knowledge of MS Office

Strong team leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer relations skills

Analytical and problem-solving ability

Strong written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological, or clinical/medical laboratory science

National certification as defined by ASCP

Tools

Computer software

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights

The Medical Laboratory Scientist shall provide timely and courteous service to patients, physicians, and hospital staff by performing laboratory analyses accurately and efficiently. This individual shall detect unusual conditions and assume responsibility for problem solving. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a chemical, biological, or clinical/medical laboratory science required. Clinical laboratory training culminating in national certification as defined by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Board of Registry.

License / Certification

Active ASCP Medical Technologist (MT), ASCP Medical Lab Scientist (MLS), ASCP Microbiology, or equivalent certification required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software.
• Strong team leadership skills, strong organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills.
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational skills.
• Must be able to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to develop trust with leaders in the organizations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven track record of successful performance.
• Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Position Information

Primary Location: Baptist Medical Center South

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist - PRN Nights

Job Type: PRN-PRN

Shift: Third Shift (United States of America)