General Laboratory, Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Technician, Nights, 8 on 6 off

Job Description

Job Description

This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician who is seeking the opportunity for growth and advancement. Our client is a state of the art, high volume laboratory that supports a 800+ bed health system, a Level-1 Trauma center and an Academic Medical Center. The ideal candidate will be an experienced MLS/MLT(ASCP) generalist who enjoys working night shift shift and a 7-on/7-off compressed work schedule. Duties will be primarily in the core lab.

This opportunity offers a generous compensation package which includes a competitive hourly rate and health benefits.

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Job Summary: Core Lab Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician, MLS/MLT(ASCP)

Discover the presence or absence of disease and provide data that help physicians determine the best treatment for the patient. Specialty areas of laboratory medicine include clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services, clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.

Skill Requirements:

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
• Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

• Performing testing in any and/or all of the following areas of the lab: clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services (blood bank), clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology, and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.
• Matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; Maintaining quality results verify and equipment function, troubleshooting, calibrating equipment and monitoring quality control measures and protocols
• Participating in staff training and educational opportunities; Identifying and communicating abnormal patient conditions reports mandated information to the public health department or other designated officials
• Contributing to a safe and secure environment, following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
• Maintaining patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• MT/MLS: Bachelor's degree in science and MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• MLT: Associates degree in science and MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• Three (3) years of experience

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND