Medical Lab Scientist II

Medical Lab Scientist IIHoly Cross Hospital Jordan Valley, West Jordan, UtahInspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.Job Summary and ResponsibilitiesAs our Medical Lab Scientist II (non-CA), you will oversee the day-to-day operations of an assigned shift or department, performing general testing within the analytical core laboratory, including transfusion services, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.Every day you will apply a high level of technical knowledge to department testing and clinical relevance, serve as a liaison with other laboratory departments and hospital services, and assist in process improvement initiatives. You may also perform phlebotomy and specimen management duties, consistently functioning in a self-directed manner.To be successful in this role, you will possess advanced technical expertise in laboratory operations, strong analytical and complex problem-solving skills, and a proven ability to lead, ensure compliance (CLIA, CAP, TJC, OSHA), and maintain high standards of quality and efficiency within a self-directed environment.Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section's Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting.Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turnaroundtime limits.Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters.Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair.Assists department Technical Coordinator or Supervisor in preparation of QC and calibration reports, ensuring that records are complete and accurate.As a representative of CommonSpirit Health, utilizes professionalism and HumanKindness while communicating with physicians, hospital staff, patients, coworkers, other stakeholders in laboratory operations, and all members of the general public, whether in email, instant messaging, telephone, or facetoface interactions.We are offering up to $8,000 relocation assistance to new hires who meet the eligibility requirementsJob RequirementsRequiredBachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory, Chemical or Biological ScienceTwo (2) years of relevant laboratory work experiencePreferredMLS with ASCP or equivalentFollowing a major expansion, Holy Cross Hospital Jordan Valley's capacity tripled, now housing 171 beds to serve our growing community. We have invested substantially in advanced technology and state-of-the-art equipment, which has attracted our top-notch medical staff and a team of highly skilled nurses. Our entire hospital team is dedicated to providing expert care in a warm, family-friendly environment. We are a Level III Trauma center, STEMI Cardiac receiving center, and certified stroke treatment center. Our employees are continually prepared, accountable, inspired and ensure compliance with the highest levels of quality care and patient safety standards. Recently given the Women's Choice Award for America's 100 Best Hospitals Emergency Care, we are the only designated trauma center west of I-15 in the Salt Lake Valley.Total RewardsDepending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards.