PRN - Medical Laboratory Scientist

Tower Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, part of Tower Health, is seeking a laboratory professional to perform a variety of test methodologies with accuracy and timeliness. You will report results to patient care areas to support high-quality care across pediatrics.

Ideal candidates will have MLS education, ASCP eligibility, strong communication, multitasking, and computer skills, with a commitment to continuing education and competencies required for the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent MLS program.
• Completes and maintains competencies and trainings as required for role.
• Combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and timely laboratory test methodologies.
• Report results to patient care areas to support high-quality patient care.

Skills

Computer Skills

Excellent Communications Skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science

Bachelor's in another field + MLS program

Combination of relevant education & experience considered

Job description

Job Summary

This position is responsible for accurate and timely performance of various test methodologies in an appropriate manner and for reporting test results to patient care areas so that laboratory services consistently provide high quality patient care.

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Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science ? OR ? Bachelor's in some other field of study AND completion of a Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science program ? OR ? combination of relevant education & experience considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree
• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.

Experience

• Relevant Experience

Certification and Licensure

• ASCP eligible

Required Skills

• Computer Skills to include use and navigation
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Multitasking

Overview

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.

St. Christopher's has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.

In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.

Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Hospital Tour