Medical Laboratory Scientist - Atlanta, GA - JM 26-14132

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
Location: Atlanta, GA
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 10 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Night Shift | Friday–Sunday | 9:00 PM–9:30 AM | 3 Shifts per Week | 36 Hours per Week
Local Candidates Required: Yes
Traveler Candidates Required: Yes

Pay Rate
Local: $42.00–$44.00/hr
Traveler: $45.00–$47.00/hr

Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to perform clinical laboratory testing, operate Beckman instruments, and support accurate and timely laboratory results during overnight shifts.

Required Qualifications

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) experience in a clinical laboratory setting.

• Hands-on experience operating Beckman laboratory instruments.

• Experience with Remisol laboratory information or automation software.

• Experience performing laboratory quality control (QC) and routine instrument maintenance.

• Familiarity with minor blood bank procedures, including blood typing and RhoGAM-related testing or processing.

• Strong knowledge of laboratory quality assurance, specimen handling, and testing procedures.

• Ability to work independently during overnight shifts and maintain accurate documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with the following instruments and systems is a plus:

• DXC 500

• Access 2

• DxH 520

• ACL TOPS 370

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory testing in support of emergency department patient care.

• Operate and troubleshoot Beckman laboratory instruments and associated systems.

• Use Remisol to support laboratory workflow and instrument operations.

• Perform routine quality control checks and instrument maintenance.

• Conduct blood typing and support RhoGAM-related laboratory procedures within the assigned scope.

• Process and handle specimens according to laboratory protocols.

• Review test results for accuracy and identify results requiring further review or escalation.

• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.

• Follow laboratory safety, quality assurance, infection prevention, and regulatory requirements.

• Coordinate with clinical and laboratory personnel to support timely reporting of results.

• Maintain reliable laboratory operations during the assigned Friday-through-Sunday night schedule.