Medical Laboratory Scientist - PRN Nights

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist for PRN night shifts. The role focuses on accurate laboratory analyses for patients, physicians, and hospital staff, with emphasis on timely, courteous service and problem-solving when unusual conditions arise.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in lab science and ASCP certification. The position may include additional duties within the scope of the role, and the facility is located at Baptist Medical Center South.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, biological, or clinical/medical laboratory science is required.
• National ASCP certification defined by the ASCP Board of Registry is required.
• Strong leadership, organization, and interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and courteous service to patients, physicians and staff by performing laboratory analyses accurately.
• Detect unusual conditions and assume responsibility for problem solving.
• Also perform additional duties within scope as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Deadline-driven

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in lab science

ASCP certification (MT/MLS)

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: Summary

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.

Primary Location

Baptist Medical Center South

Job

Medical Laboratory Scientist - PRN Nights Medical Laboratory Scientist

Job Type

PRN-PRN Shift: Third Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America's best employers in the state of Alabama.