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Medical Lab Scientist I

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FT MEDICAL LAB SCIENTIST I POSITION WITH MINT HILL MEDICAL CENTER, FRI-SUN, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM!

Team member is responsible for analytical evaluation of blood and body fluids, performing all laboratory procedures to include quality control, specimen collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of laboratory results. The team member must be able to make decisions and solve problems. The team member will assist in the evaluation of new/modified techniques when required. They will advise and assist in the orientation and training of other personnel on equipment and software, as necessary.

At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities.

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Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, required. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science or equivalent. Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Medical Technology or MT program Preferred.
- If graduated before 1987, two-year certification is recognized as MT
Experience: One year experience as laboratory scientist for specialty areas (BB, Flow, and Micro). (Clinical internships of 12 months duration meet this requirement), preferred. Three years of experience for Core Sciences areas of the laboratory, preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Scientist Cert from ASCP or AMT (BB, C, H, MT/MLS, M, MB), required. Acceptable for Flow Cytometry only (if team member holds no other scientist certification): MDT(AMT) or SCYM(ASCP), required.
Additional Skills Required:
- New graduates must obtain certification within 12-months of hire. Failure to do so will result in termination of employment.
- All individuals who are newly certified ASCP beginning January 1, 2004, must participate and maintain ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) through the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). All individuals who are newly certified AMT beginning January 1, 2006, must participate and maintain AMT Certification Continuation Program (CCP).
- Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tests and communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results.
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
- Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests.
- Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations.
- Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public.
- Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field.
- Ability to follow written protocols.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to communicate clearly.
Additional skills preferred: Specialist certifications from accreditation agencies.

Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.

Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement.
The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".

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What You Should Know About Medical Lab Scientist I, UNAVAILABLE

If you're looking to kickstart your career in the healthcare field, the Medical Lab Scientist I position at Mint Hill Medical Center in Charlotte is the perfect opportunity. You’ll be joining a dedicated team responsible for the analytical evaluation of blood and body fluids over the weekends. Your work will involve executing laboratory procedures including quality control, specimen collection, processing, analysis, and reporting results. We’re looking for someone who can think critically, make decisions, and tackle challenges head-on. You’ll also play a key role in evaluating new and modified techniques and supporting the training of other team members. At Novant Health, we prioritize diversity and inclusion. We recognize that embracing the unique strengths and backgrounds of each team member contributes to providing outstanding healthcare services. Whether you’re a newcomer or someone seasoned in the field, if you meet our educational and certification requirements, we encourage you to apply for this remarkable opportunity to make an impact within your community.

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What qualifications do I need to apply for the Medical Lab Scientist I position at Mint Hill Medical Center?

To apply for the Medical Lab Scientist I position at Mint Hill Medical Center, you’ll need a high school diploma or GED, along with a bachelor’s degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or related fields. Additionally, certification as a scientist from ASCP or AMT is required. It’s preferred that you have one year of experience in laboratory science and are familiar with the specialty areas.