Baptist Health·Homewood, Alabama
The Medical Laboratory Scientist analyzes blood and body fluids using automated and manual methods to ensure high-quality results. Responsibilities include verifying routine results, performing quality control, and communicating critical findings to caregivers.
Baptist Health is looking for all levels of Medical Laboratory Scientists to join our team! The Medical Laboratory Scientist analyzes blood and body fluids using both automated and complex manual methods following established policies and procedures to ensure the highest quality of laboratory results within established timeframes. We are looking for Medical Laboratory Scientists I, II, III, and Senior level professionals. Please keep in mind that level advancement is available and encouraged! With benefits that begin day 1, we look forward to the opportunity to support you at any stage of life, including: Student loan repayment Tuition reimbursement Family care support, including backup elder care, backup child care, and pet care And more! Learn about the benefits we offer here Baptist Health is now part of Orlando Health, and our Medical Lab Scientists are instrumental in bringing in a new day in healthcare! Orlando Health is a private, not-for-profit healthcare organization that has been passionate about delivering expert care to diverse communities for over a century. With physicians in more than 100 specialties, award-winning hospitals, stand-alone emergency departments, urgent care locations and more, the healthcare system attracts patients from across the state, region and nation. Learn more about Baptist Health | Learn more about Orlando Health
Responsibilities of Medical Lab Scientists Include, But Are Not Limited To: Verifies routine results and quality control data for accuracy and reliability using prescribed guidelines. Performs, evaluates, and documents all quality control, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures. Receives guidance and direction from more experienced team members or leader. Demonstrates computer system proficiency including ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions. Ensures proper utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies. Communicates critical results to the patient caregiver. Regularly reports all unusual findings to the immediate supervisor. Regularly reports work activities and pending work to the oncoming technologist. Responds to work related technical inquiries as needed. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
MLS Education/Training Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree required. Successful completion of clinical laboratory training internship. MLS Licensure/Certification Maintains current Alabama license as a Medical Technologist/Laboratory Scientist in the specialty or specialties required by the laboratory section(s) assigned. National Certification such as American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB), or American Medical Technologists (AMT) preferred. Experience None.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Associate's degree and have successfully completed a clinical laboratory training internship. A current Alabama license as a Medical Technologist/Laboratory Scientist is required, with national certifications like ASCP, AAB, or AMT preferred.
Market context
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