MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) I FT Night

Brookwood Baptist Health; Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Plan

HSA

FSA

PTO

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Educational benefits start day one

Job summary

Brookwood Baptist Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I for a full-time night shift. The MLS analyzes blood and body fluids using automated and manual methods to ensure high-quality results within specified timeframes.

The position includes comprehensive benefits from day one and requires either Associate or Bachelor level education with licensure as a Medical Technologist where applicable; ASCP/AAB/AMT certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required or bachelor’s degree preferred for MLS.
• National certification such as ASCP/AAB/AMT is preferred.
• Current licensure as Medical Technologist (where applicable).

Responsibilities

• Verifies routine results and quality control data for accuracy.
• Performs, evaluates, documents QC, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Maintains current licensure and complies with policies and procedures.
• Communicates critical results to patient care teams.
• Supports lab quality improvement and infection control initiatives.
• Performs specimen collection, receiving and processing as required.

Education

Associate

Bachelor

ASCP/AAB/AMT certification (preferred)

Job description

Position Summary

MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) I FT Night

A Brief OverviewThe Medical Laboratory Scientist analyzes blood and body fluids using both automated and complex manual methods following established policies and procedures to ensure the highest quality of laboratory results within established timeframes.

Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital offers great, new competitive pay and a great benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Svings Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (Up to 5 weeks accrued)
• Life Insurance
• Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
• Family Care (child care, elder care, pet care)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Car Insurance
• Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement & student loan assistance
• All benefits start day one!

Responsibilities

What you will do

• Verifies routine results and quality control data for accuracy and reliability using prescribed guidelines.
• Performs, evaluates, and documents all quality control, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.
• Receives guidance and direction from more experienced team members or lead.
• Maintains current Alabama license as a Medical Technologist in the specialty or specialties required by the laboratory section(s) assigned.
• National Certification such as American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB), or American Medical Technologists (AMT) preferred.er.
• Demonstrates computer system proficiency including ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions.
• Ensures proper utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies.
• Communicates critical results to the patient caregiver.
• Regularly reports all unusual findings to the immediate supervisor.
• Regularly reports work activities and pending work to the oncoming technologist.
• Responds to work related technical inquiries as needed.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies and procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Performs specimen collection procedures, specimen receiving and processing as required.
• Answers the telephone and greets guests to the department.
• Maintains current job knowledge in order to effectively instruct students or other personnel.
• Responsible for an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program.
• Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
• Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient records, hospital and departmental matters at all times.

Qualifications

• Associate Required or
• Bachelor Preferred
• None
• National Certification such as American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB), or American Medical Technologists (AMT) preferred.