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Medical Lab Scientist

Novant Health • Charlotte, NC • 3d ago

Job Summary

Location: Presbyterian Medical Center

Department: Clinical Laboratory

Shift: Part Time - 2x12 hr/wk; 6a to 6:30p (varied days), w/occ wknds & hol.

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Why Join Us?

At Novant Health, we're redefining healthcare by integrating advanced laboratory science into patient care. As a Medical Lab Scientist I, you'll be at the forefront of this mission, leading complex analyses and ensuring the highest quality standards.

What we're looking for:

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field.

Technologist/Scientist Certification from ASCP or AMT (BB, C, H, MT/MLS, M, MB).

Minimum of five years of relevant laboratory experience preferred.

Strong leadership skills and a commitment to patient-centered care.

What You'll get:

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Sign on bonus for eligible new hires

Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

At Novant Health, one of our core values is Belonging. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

Perform laboratory tests and procedures, including quality control, specimen collection, processing, and analysis.

Assist in evaluating new or modified techniques and train other personnel on equipment and software as necessary.

Ensure compliance with safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide accurate and timely test results.

Qualifications

Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, required.

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science or equivalent. Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Medical Technology or MT program Preferred.

If graduated before 1987, two-year certification is recognized as MT.

Experience: One year experience as laboratory scientist. (Clinical internships of 12 months duration meet this requirement), preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Scientist Cert from ASCP or AMT (BB, C, H, MT/MLS, M, MB), required.

Additional Skills Required:

New graduates and new hires must obtain certification within 12 months of hire. Failure to do so will result in termination of employment.

All individuals who are newly certified ASCP beginning January 1, 2004, must participate and maintain ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) through the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). All individuals who are newly certified AMT beginning January 1, 2006, must participate and maintain AMT Certification Continuation Program (CCP).

Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tests and communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results.

Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation.

Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests.

Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations.

Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public.

Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field.

Ability to follow written protocols.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to communicate clearly.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join Novant Health's innovative approach to healthcare, a team where your expertise and leadership can change lives.

Job Opening ID

110054

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