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Medical Laboratory Scientist

Aristotle Diagnostic Laboratory
Conway, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 3/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to join our high-complexity, medical molecular laboratory. We are a growing, privately owned laboratory. As an MLS/MLT, you will be responsible for performing manual and automated DNA/RNA extraction on clinical specimens. Your expertise and precision will play a crucial role in providing accurate and timely results for our clients, providers, and patients.

Duties:
- Perform laboratory tests and procedures, including but not limited to: specimen collection processing, manual and automated RNA/DNA extraction of patient clinical specimens, qPCR analysis on ThermoFisher QuantStudio 5 & 7 Flex, graph & result interpretation, and proficiency testing.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Analyze test results, ensure accuracy, and perform quality control procedures.
- Prepare and maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation for daily use and for CLIA/CAP inspections.
- Collaborate with our clients to assist in interpretation of test results and PharmD recommendations.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Assist with laboratory management tasks as needed.

Skills:
- Proficiency in and ability to learn new laboratory information systems (LIS) for data entry, result retrieval, and report generation.
- Strong knowledge of the principles of clinical laboratory testing.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.
- Strong analytical skills to interpret test results accurately.
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with healthcare professionals.
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently and work independently or as part of a team.

- Experience with manual or automated DNA/RNA extraction would be helpful in this role, however, we are willing to train a candidate with a strong medical laboratory science background (education and/or experience).

Education Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical, physical or biological sciences; OR

- Associate degree in laboratory science, chemical or biological sciences or medical laboratory technology or equivalent education and training

Shift:

Working hours: Monday - Thursday, 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM (10 hour shifts x 4 days/week = 32-40 hours/week) This is considered Night Shift.

Working hours Tuesday-Friday, 12 PM - 10/11PM. This is Mid-shift

The working days are firm. However, the hours could be slightly negotiated on either end.

Weekend coverage is rarely needed and is rotated amongst all lab employees.

Compensation:

Pay will depend on a combination of experience and education.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Evening shift
  • Night shift

Ability to Relocate:

  • Fayetteville, AR 72703: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $35

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