Night Shift Medical Lab Scientist - Hospital Lab Expert

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) for Anderson Hospital in the Cincinnati area. The role requires performing routine tests on blood and body specimens, ensuring patient safety and accurate results using clinical lab equipment.

The position emphasizes strict quality control, safe lab operations, and collaboration with physicians and staff. A BS in Clinical Laboratory Science and MLS certification are required or eligible; externship preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science or related field from a CLIA approved program (required).
• MLS certification or eligible by a recognized certifying agency (preferred: ASCP).
• Externship program completed (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Performs analytical tests on biological specimens in a timely, accurate manner per lab procedures.
• Determines specimen acceptability via visual checks and abnormal/unusual results.
• Performs quality control and ensures results meet established ranges before release.
• Maintains equipment and a safe, efficient work area; troubleshoots lab instruments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality work

Professional conduct

Education

BS in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLIA approved)

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) for Anderson Hospital in the Cincinnati area. The role requires performing routine tests on blood and body specimens, ensuring patient safety and accurate results using clinical lab equipment.

The position emphasizes strict quality control, safe lab operations, and collaboration with physicians and staff. A BS in Clinical Laboratory Science and MLS certification are required or eligible; externship preferred.