What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Lab Scientist MLS - Micro position at Tower Health?
Microbiology - Available Shifts:
Full Time Day Shift: M-F 6:30AM-3:00PM; Every 3rd Weekend & Every 3rd Holiday
- Responsible for obtaining or receiving specimens.
- Performs clinical laboratory tests by standardized procedures.
- Understands method principles.
- Performs quality control and preventive maintenance.
- Interprets results accurately, acceptably and within critical limits.
- Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines.
- Validates all data obtained.
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Qualifications
Education Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science - OR - Bachelor's in some other field of study AND completion of a Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science program - OR - MT-HEW certification will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree
Experience
- Clinical Laboratory Science Experience Required
Certification and Licensure
- ASCP or AMT eligible
Required Skills
- Computer Skills to include use and navigation
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Multitasking
Overview
Reading Hospital's Laboratory is CAP accredited offering specialized testing, lab automation, and state of the art equipment. The lab offers cross training opportunities and the opportunity to be part of cross-function process improvement teams. In Fiscal Year 2021, the lab performed 4.2 million tests (including 72,892 Anatomical Pathology tests, 189,392 SARS-COV2 tests, and 157,315 inpatient phlebotomy draws). The department consists of over 190 medical laboratory professionals. Reading's lab offers opportunities for advancement and continued career growth (including career advancement ladders for Phlebotomists and Lab Assistants).
