MEDICAL LAB SCIENTIST I, MICROBIOLOGY-$10,000 Sign on bonus

Description:

The Medical Lab Scientist I is responsible for performing lab tests and analyses to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The MLS I performs clinical testing in at least two of the following departments: Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, or Microbiology. Team members working second or third shifts must be competent in all areas mentioned above. The MLS I is responsible for operating laboratory equipment, preparing specimens, and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of test results

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory, Chemical, or Biological Science

OR

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution that either includes, or is accompanied by, the required coursework in medical laboratory or biological sciences, and laboratory training and/or equivalent experience as defined in 42 CFR 493.1423 for personnel performing high complexity testing.
• Certification as a Medical Lab Scientist or eligible for certification to be obtained within 12 months of date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory, Chemical, or Biological Science

Skills:

• Accurate performance and collection of tests while maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory techniques, procedures, and equipment.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work different shifts, weekends, and/or holidays.

Company Information

Augusta Health is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit, community health system located in Fishersville Virginia in Virginias scenic Shenandoah Valley. Augusta Health offers a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient which includes Augusta Medical Center a 255 bed inpatient facility and Augusta Medical Group which is comprised of 40 practice locations and four urgent care locations.

Equal Opportunity

Augusta Health recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran or military discharge status, and family medical or genetic information.

Nestled in Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Augusta Health is among the finest community hospitals in America. Our patients receive an exceptional level of care, reassured that their loved ones and visitors have many amenities available within the hospital so they can all be comfortable while staying close during difficult times.

Augusta Health opened in 1994 to continue a tradition of personalized care with small-town hospitality that began more than 50 years ago with predecessor hospitals in Staunton and Waynesboro, Virginia. Today, our highly trained physicians and staff use state-of-the-art technology to provide superlative care with warmth and compassion.

If you are a dedicated healthcare professional, you will find excitingcareer opportunitiesat Augusta Health. If you are a resident of Augusta County or surrounding areas, you can benefit from a variety of programs we host to promote good health in the communities we serve.