Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare·Memphis, Tennessee
The Medical Lab Scientist II performs, evaluates, and reports technical laboratory procedures on patient specimens to assist in disease diagnosis and treatment. They ensure laboratory quality control and compliance with professional standards while managing resources and equipment efficiently.
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For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.
The Medical Lab Scientist II is responsible for performing, evaluating, and reporting of technical laboratory procedures on patient specimens for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Follows established procedures to ensure laboratory quality control and compliance with professional standards of practice.
Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.
A Brief Overview The Medical Lab Scientist II is responsible for performing, evaluating, and reporting of technical laboratory procedures on patient specimens for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Follows established procedures to ensure laboratory quality control and compliance with professional standards of practice. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
What you will do Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
Reports test results in a timely manner according to established laboratory protocols.
Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
Effectively manages resources such as productivity, supplies, instruments and equipment.
Plans work and completes job responsibilities in an efficient and productive manner.
Education/Formal Training Requirements Required - Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Natural Science Preferred - Master's Degree Clinical Laboratory Science
Work Experience Requirements Required - Medical Technologist 1-3 years Preferred - Substitutions allowed: A Master’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science may substitute for one year of experience 1-3 years
Licenses and Certifications Requirements Required - Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society of Clinical Pathologists Preferred - AMT Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Medical Technologists Preferred - International Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society of Clinical Pathologists Preferred - Medical Technologist - Tennessee Department of Health - Medical Laboratory Board Preferred - AAB Medical Technologist - American Association of Bioanalysts
Demonstrated competency in routine testing in assigned Laboratory area. Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers. Basic knowledge of laboratory information systems. Ability to organize tasks and projects work without close supervision to complete tasks.
Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this job, except that the incumbent may occasionally demonstrate various job responsibilities to other Associates. The incumbent may observe and instruct student technologists.
Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.
Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related natural science and possess 1-3 years of experience as a Medical Technologist. A valid Medical Laboratory Scientist certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists is required.
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