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Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) or Medical Lab Tech (MLT) – Southampton Memorial Hospital

Hours: PRN (as needed)

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

Medical Lab Technicians (MLT) assist physicians and other specialists by performing all aspects of testing on blood, tissue, and other bodily fluids, the results of which can then be used to diagnose and treat patients. Confirms test results and provides the physician with data necessary to make appropriate determinations.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs routine, moderate, and highly complex laboratory diagnostic tests.

• Confirms test results and provides the physician with data necessary to determine the presence, extent, cause, and treatment of disease.

• Follows quality control programs, assuring the accuracy and reliability of test results.

• Performs, records, and evaluates Quality Control.

• Monitors, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and equipment.

• Assist with training of new employees and students in the use of lab equipment and testing procedures.

• Performs computer function on both Lab Information Systems (LIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS).

• Participates in continuing education in respective areas of expertise.

• Assists with inventory control.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

MLT Medical Laboratory Technician Certification (or MLS) or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)

Education

Must have one of the following:

Associates, Medical Lab Technology (or if MLS must have Bachelors)

Completed at least 60 semester hours (including six hours of chemistry and six of biology) of academic credit from a college or university accredited by a recognized regional or national accreditation agency and have successfully completed a medical lab technician program by a nationally accredited agency

Completed a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course within the past ten years

Work Experience

2 years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory setting (preferred)

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com