Windham Hospital·Willimantic, Connecticut
The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs and interprets clinical laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating illnesses. They are also responsible for resolving complex clinical and instrument problems while maintaining a safe laboratory environment.
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For more than 75 years, Windham Hospital has treated patients with the latest high-tech equipment, operated by some of the most skilled and compassionate medical professionals available. We seek to meet the total healthcare needs of people from throughout Northeastern Connecticut. Our staff members are proud to live and work in this area, and are committed to providing quality healthcare to our community.
The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) performs, interprets and correlates clinical laboratory tests by following protocols to assist in the physician diagnosis and treatment of illness and disease. Expected to utilize complex problem-solving skills in resolving clinical and instrument problems.
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree with specific credit hours in biology and chemistry. Certification in medical technology is required or must be obtainable within one year of employment.
Market context
In Connecticut, allied-health laboratory roles are typically driven by steady hospital and health-system staffing needs, especially for candidates with current ASCP or AMT certification. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer hospital lab experience and expect familiarity with routine clinical testing workflows. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, then confirm your certification status and highlight any hospital lab experience in your application.