Microbiology Medical Technologist — Clinically Impactful Lab

10 Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

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Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta seeks a Laboratory Scientist to perform a broad range of clinical tests. You will process orders and specimens, run tests, report results, and maintain quality controls while collaborating with care teams.

This role emphasizes independent judgment and ongoing professional development within a lean laboratory culture. BS in MLS or equivalent, with ASCP certification, is required.

Qualifications

• No minimum experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical laboratory science or MLS from an accredited institution or equivalent CLIA-compliant education.
• ASCP or equivalent MLS/ Medical Laboratory Scientist certification.

Responsibilities

• Process orders and specimens; perform accurate testing procedures across all assigned testing areas.
• Report test results according to standard operating procedures.
• Operate instruments with QA checks and perform maintenance as required.
• Correlate results with patient age/condition and investigate deviations.
• Maintain quality control data and ensure accuracy and precision.
• Provide education and training for new personnel.
• Attend shift meetings and department town halls.

Education

BS in chemical/biological/clinical laboratory science or MLS (ACCEPTED)

MLS military training (U.S. military provided)

Tools

ASCP MLS certification

Job description

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta seeks a Laboratory Scientist to perform a broad range of clinical tests. You will process orders and specimens, run tests, report results, and maintain quality controls while collaborating with care teams.

This role emphasizes independent judgment and ongoing professional development within a lean laboratory culture. BS in MLS or equivalent, with ASCP certification, is required.