Medical Laboratory Scientist (Immunohematology)

Medical Laboratory ScientistDo you enjoy solving complex problems such as identifying the specificity of antibodies in patient samples? If you do, come work in one of our Immunohematology Reference Labs.LifeSouth Community Blood Centers needs to add Medical Laboratory Scientist to our Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (IRL) in Gainesville, FL.A standard work week consists of four (4) 10-hour shifts or five (5) 8 hour shifts. Varying shifts are available, including rotating or set schedules, and rotating holidays. Available shifts include day shift, evening shift, and night shift. Shift times may be negotiable.Our BenefitsGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical, dental, and vision insurances available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 daysSupplemental insurances including life, cancer, accident, and disabilityAccess to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealthFree basic life insurance for full-time employeesHealth Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay periodEmployer funded retirement plan for vested employees & 403b offeredAccess to wages prior to pay dayAbout This PositionResolve complex immunohematology and compatibility problems to provide the safest donor blood for the patients in our community. We focus on providing the best possible customer service. Flexible schedules, such as, working four (4) 10-hour shifts or five (5) 8-hour shifts per week may be available. No on-call requirements.Minimum QualificationsNational certification as MT/CLS/MLS with ASCP, AAB or AMT, including immunohematologyBachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory, Chemical, or Biological ScienceFamiliarity with blood bankingClinical laboratory training program or three years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience with a minimum of six months in the transfusion service or Immunohematology Reference LabSBB(ASCP) or BB(ASCP) preferredIntangibles With This PositionOpportunity to take advantage of LifeSouth's accredited SBB training programGain experience in an AABB accredited Immunohematology Reference LaboratoryOpportunity to learn and continue to improve skillsResponsibilities Include (but not limited to)Follow established policies and proceduresIdentify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify a supervisor, manager, or directorDocument all corrective action taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specificationsExercise professional judgment in evaluation, specimen integrity, results accuracy, and inter-result validity, and take corrective action as necessaryThis is a full time position. Starting salary range is $31.00 - $40.80 an hour. Shift differential may apply. LifeSouth offers a competitive benefits package and great career development opportunities. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Drug-Free/Tobacco Free Workplace. Criminal background check and drug screen required upon conditional offer of hire.LifeSouth is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace. LifeSouth is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor as well as an affirmative action employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances. Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as LifeSouth desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions. LifeSouth complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). LifeSouth is an E-Verify employer.If you require any assistance to complete the application process or during the interview due to a disability, please contact the LifeSouth region where you are applying or call to request an accommodation. Applications may be completed at a LifeSouth facility or mailed to corporate headquarters in lieu of the on-line application process.