Medical Technologist (ASCP)

Medical Technologist (ASCP)/Medical Laboratory Scientist Full time third shift position with a set seven 9.5 hour days on and seven days off schedule. The Hospital Laboratory is a specialized department responsible for performing diagnostic testing on patient specimens, including blood, urine, tissue, and other bodily fluids. It plays a critical role in patient care by providing accurate and timely test results that aid in disease diagnosis, treatment planning, and overall health monitoring. Responsibilities Performs a wide range of technical procedures analyzing blood and various body fluids to expedite the physician’s diagnosis and treatment of his patient. Records and documents this data in the lab computer system and in other appropriate areas. Collects blood samples and urine samples for drug screening as needed. Performs performance of quality control and preventative maintenance, specimen processing and patient venipuncture as needed. Independently performs, interprets, validates, and correlates tests as ordered by physicians by following the approved departmental procedures and in accordance with all regulatory agencies. Determines that the test results meet the requirements of the quality control program and, if not, repeats test, and ensures the results are approved for reporting. Expected to utilize complex problem‑solving skills in resolving clinical and instrument problems. Requirements Enforces hospital policies and maintains department efficiency and proficiency. Image quality assurance. Quality control in the work area. Executes patient care duties. Preferred Qualifications Baccalaureate degree with MLS (ASCP), MT (ASCP) or MLT (ASCP) and work experience to meet CLIA 88 standards for general supervisor position. Certified or eligible for certification in clinical laboratory science by recognized certifying agencies. Certification must be achieved within one year of hire. Membership in a professional organization is highly desirable but not mandatory. Benefits Full‑time health, vision, dental and pet insurance. Life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability and identity theft protection. Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 annually. Company‑paid maternity and paternity leave. 5 days of paid time off available upon hire. Bereavement leave (includes pets). PTO sell‑back program. Compassionate leave sharing program (PTO donation). Employee support fund for employees in need of emergency financial support. Retirement with company match. Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug‑free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post‑offer, pre‑employment drug testing. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION AND ACCESSIBILITY TO SERVICES: Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Baptist Health facilities by using the Kentucky Relay Service, a toll‑free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). For voice to TDD, call View phone number on click.appcast.io. For TDD to voice, call View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr