What are the responsibilities and job description for the FT Medical Laboratory Scientist position at North Carolina Specialty Hospital?
Full Time Medical Laboratory Scientist
North Carolina Specialty Hospital (NCSH), is a private, physician-owned medical center that opened its doors in 1926. North Carolina Specialty Hospital's commitment to growth and continuous improvement has helped the hospital maintain a number of high rankings in both quality measures and patient satisfaction. North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers surgical specialties in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ear, nose and throat as well as sports medicine, oral, plastic, podiatry, general surgery, interventional radiology, pain management, reconstructive surgery and more.
Why join North Carolina Specialty Hospital?
• Award Winning Hospital for Special Surgery
• 5 Star CMS rated facility for patient experience
• Positive Work culture
• Career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance
• Telemedicine/You have access to Physicians 24/7/365 through MDLIVE
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance
The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs the following:
Routine and specialized laboratory tests and other procedures for use in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
• Utilizes requisite equipment, instruments, and computer systems.
• Evaluates and reports patient results using considerable independent judgment within the scope of established testing methods.
• Performs quality control procedures and contributes to the maintenance of the laboratory, equipment, and supplies.
• Assists in the development and implementation of new procedures and instrumentation.
• May assume responsibility for one or more laboratory projects or functions such as performance improvement, safety, quality control, regulatory, administrative, staff development, and computer systems.
• Trains new employees and/or students in the theoretical and operational aspects of procedures and serves as a resource for less experienced staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Experience Requirements:
Minimum of 2 Years of clinical laboratory experience in a moderate and/or high complexity testing environment. Blood Bank and Meditech Lab experience preferred.
Education Required:
Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or medical technology required with required licensure/certification and with equivalent experience
Associate's degree in medical laboratory technology with required licensure/certification and with equivalent experience
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
ASCP or National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel Certification Required
Hours of Work:
Monday-Friday 11:30am-7:30pm
Weekend Requirements:
Currently every 6th
Call Requirements:
Currently every 6th weekend
COVID-19 protocol: Mandatory staff vaccinations, face masks, social distancing, terminal cleaning, visitor restrictions, select patient testing
Our employees are critical to our success and we value their contributions. North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that values employee ideas and diversity. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled. We maintain a drug-free workplace and require pre-employment drug screening and background check.
