This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm
Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist MLT or MLS 8495
Location: Mobile AL
Schedule: 3rd Shift
4 X 10 SCHEDULE
1030 pm - 8 am Rotating Days including weekends
Projected duration: 6 months potential for perm
Job code:CVDJP00028495
benefits are available
Blood Bank Experience RequiredGENERALIST experience is required; Coag, Hem, Uranalysis, etc
Job Duties/ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities are interchangeable within job titles of medical laboratory scientist (MLS), medical technologist or clinical laboratory scientist. Work environment/department will be listed in requirement.
Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria. Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality. Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care. Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
Assist with processing of specimens when needed. Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment
Ability to work independently and within a team environment. Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus. High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills. Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen. Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
RequirementsMinimum 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required.
IN ORDER FOR CANDIDATES TO QUALIFY THEY MUST MEET THE CLIA STANDARDS FOR TESTING
PERSONNEL: [Candidates must posses at least 1 of the below]

• Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science

OR

• BS in Chemical, Physical, or Biological Science from an acredited college or university WITH at least 1 year of training

or experience in specialty in
which testing will be performed. Such training must be equivalent to that received in a school of Medical Technology.
OR

• 90 Semester hours from an accredited institution that include the following: 16 semester hours of Biology courses, 16

Semester ours of chemistry [must include atleast 6 hours of inorganic Chemistry], and 3 Semester hours of Math-
along with having completed an accredited Clinical Laboratory training program or 1 year of documented Clinical
Laboratory Training, or experience in the specialty that testing is to be performed.
OR

• Associates Degree in Medical Technology