Medical Lab Scientist

# Medical Lab ScientistRequisition ID: 190542Per Diem - Non BenefitedVariesvaries* $38.88 - $51.55Apply NowThe posted pay range represents the long-term earning opportunity for the position, while starting pay is based on the experience, skills, and qualifications each candidate brings to the role. **Purpose:**This position performs laboratory analytical procedures on blood, body fluids, and tissue specimens. The incumbent is responsible for the technical accuracy, instrument operation, quality control, and result reporting per established policies and procedures. They are accountable to ensure timely and accurate results are reported to the appropriate hospital staff and physicians in a courteous and professional manner. Some support tasks will be required to maintain laboratory operations and may include specimen collection, sample handling, information system procedures, and customer support and procedure revisions when needed. Scheduling of hours may be changed, as company deems necessary.## Nature and ScopeThe Lab is a 24-hour/7-days a week operation, providing laboratory services to an inpatient and outpatient population of all ages.The incumbent must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide quality and timely laboratory tests for inpatients and outpatients. Test results must be clearly reported to nursing and/or medical staff through direct communication or result entry by computer. Communicating delays in patients care and assisting with technical questions for clinical lab assistants, physicians and nurses is expected.The incumbent must consider the age of the patient when performing testing and releasing results. Must be able to communicate with a diverse patient population and their family when performing special procedures. Behavior promoting positive customer service is expected at all times.The incumbent must be knowledgeable of and observe all safety requirements in a laboratory and hospital setting. Comprehensive knowledge must be maintained for all procedures that are required to be performed. Competency in work related skills must be demonstrated annually.This position may require driving to other Renown patient testing centers as assigned by the Clinical Laboratory Supervisor. This position does provide patient care.## Minimum QualificationsRequirements - Required and/or Preferred| **Name** | **Description** || --- | --- || Education: | Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively. Appropriate education to obtain and maintain Clinical Laboratory Technologist State of Nevada based on licensure criteria. || Experience: | Recent general clinical laboratory experience is preferred. || License(s): | Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Specialist, Provisional Clinical Lab Technologist, or Provisional Specialist license within 7 months from date of hire is required. General Supervisor licensure is also acceptable and will supersede the Clinical Laboratory Technologist or Specialist licensure in an assigned discipline. || Certification(s): | Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) preferred. || Computer / Typing: | Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. |### DisclaimerThe foregoing description is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.## Total RewardsRenown Health exists to make a genuine difference in the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve. And it is through your passion that this mission is made real every day. The relationship with employees is the foundation for success as we proceed with our strategic direction. We strive to build upon this solid partnership by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets the diverse needs of employees and their family members.With Total Rewards there's peace of mind in knowing that Renown Health is also fighting for the most important things in your life - family, finances and future. Navigate options and make sure you are getting the most value from your career with us.### Education Assistance### Paid Time Off### 401(k) Company Match### Flexible Work Environment## CompensationAt Renown Health, we are committed to fair, transparent, and market-competitive compensation practices. Compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, qualifications, education, certifications, internal equity, and market considerations. When hiring, our goal is to place candidates appropriately within the pay structure based on the skills, experience, and qualifications they bring to the role, while maintaining consistency with our compensation philosophy and internal equity practices. The full pay range reflects the long-term earning opportunity associated with the position. Employees may also have opportunities for future compensation growth through professional development, expanded responsibilities, strong performance, and career advancement.## About Renown HealthRenown Health is Nevada’s first and only integrated academic health system. Serving northern Nevada, Lake Tahoe and northeast California with a diverse set of specialties and over 8,000 employees, Renown has fostered a longstanding culture of excellence, determination and innovation. Our organization includes a Level II trauma center, two acute care hospitals, a children’s hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, a medical group and an urgent care network.**Join Our Team Today!**## Academic Health System Information for Provider CandidatesRenown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) are affiliate partners in Nevada's first and only integrated academic health system. The affiliation aims to improve the health of the community, region, and state through research, medical education, and expanded clinical care. Renown physicians participate as joint faculty at UNR Med for teaching, lectures, supervising clinical rotations, and other academic activities for the education of medical and physician assistant students, residents and fellows. #J-18808-Ljbffr