Medical Laboratory Scientist ASCP - Fulltime - 6:30am-3:00pm

Medical Laboratory Scientist ASCP - Fulltime - 6:30am-3:00pm
Rotating weekends

Summary -

The Medical Technologist, ASCP performs laboratory procedures in a timely and accurate manner according to established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. This position performs functional duties in the Pre-Analytic, Analytic, and Post-Analytic phases in the Laboratory Path of Workflow. May be required to share responsibility to delegate work assignments for self and co-workers in the absence of supervisor or lead. Must comply with the CLIA standards, listed as responsibilities under 42CFR493.1495 for high complexity testing and 42CFR493.1425 for moderate complexity testing personnel.

Education - Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of a Medical Technology program which is accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA), or Bachelor’s of Science degree in a laboratory related science such as Biology or Chemistry and equivalent training, education, and experience (such as military). OR HEW certification (equivalency due to the CLIA 88 grandfather for HEW / HSS certification).

Experience -

One year of full-time clinical laboratory experience required.  The clinical laboratory experience gained during the accredited Medical Technology program will satisfy the experience requirement.  

Licensure/Certification -

ASCP or AMT certification or equivalent nationally recognized MT or MLS ( ASCP) or equivalent categorical certification required (ex: Laboratory Technologist Certification HEW, Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS). 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Working knowledge of general types of laboratory equipment (centrifuge, microscope, etc.)  keyboard, LIS, calculators, fax, auto analyzers. Basic computer skills required.

Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment, along with life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Strength Through Diversity 

Meritus Health believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are key drivers for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. When you join us, you become a part of Meritus Health, and we expect a record of achievement and advancement as we meet our mission.

Our commitment to equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to create joy at work and reach their potential.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help. 

Meritus Medical Laboratory is a full-service clinical laboratory committed to quality, convenience, and reliability. We know that the test results of every specimen represent an individual who is depending on our dedication and expertise. We serve the four-state region of Maryland, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Virginia. In addition to performing testing for Meritus Medical Center's patients around the clock, we have 7 centers for walk-in customers.

Meritus Medical Laboratory is led by four board-certified pathologists who provide medical and technical support in addition to consultation. The balance of our technical staff is composed of medical technologists and medical laboratory technicians. Specimen collection is facilitated by our staff of 60 phlebotomists, plus a full complement of couriers and registration clerks. Highly trained customer service reps and administrative staff work diligently to provide our clients and patients with the service and results they need and deserve. We strive to maintain that dependability with every patient.

Meritus Medical Laboratory is accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and adheres to the requirements of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) '88 and requirements of the State of Maryland. Meritus Medical Laboratory is enrolled in the CAP Proficiency Testing Program, the CAP Tech Sample Program, and participates in the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Check Sample Program.

Our testing expertise and instrumentation include:

• Chemistry
  • Beckman Coulter AU5800
  • Beckman Coulter DxI 800
  • Diasorin Liason XL
  • Sebia Capillarys 2
  • Advanced Instrument Osmometer 3320
  • Roche e602
  • Nova Stat Sensor
• Hematology
  • Sysmex XN-9000 line: two XN-10s, SP-10, and DI-60 with Cellavision
  • Sysmex Novs UF-500, UD-10
  • ACL TOP 550
  • Alcor iSED
  • Hematastat II
  • Digital Refractometer 300026
  • MES SQA-Vision Semen Analyzer
• Microbiology/Immunology/Molecular Diagnostics
  • BD Bactec FX
  • BD Microprobe Processor Affirm
  • Biomereiux Bact/ALERT 3D
  • Biomereiux Vitek 2XL
  • Cepheid GeneXpert 8 Modules
  • Dade AutoScan 4 LabPro
  • Inverness Medical Athena Multi-Lyte
  • Roche LIAT
  • Nanosphere, Verigene
  • Roche 4800
  • WASP, Beckman (Walk Away Specimen Processor)
  • MAGNA Pure, Roche
  • Roche 6800
  • Dynex DS2
  • Accelerate Pheno Test™ BC Kit, Accelerate Diagnostics
  • MALDI-TOF, Bruker
  • ePlex System, GenMark
  • WASP LAB, Beckman
• Cytology
  • ThinPrep 2000 Processor
  • ThinPrep 5000 Processor
  • Leica ST5020 Automated Stainer
  • ThinPrep Imager System (includes Processing Station & 2 Review Scopes)
  • Histology
  • Benchmark Special Stainer
  • Benchmark Ultra IHC Stainer
• Transfusion Services
  • Ortho Vision Swift