Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist
The Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist performs high and moderate complexity laboratory testing following established policies and procedures to ensure quality patient care. This role involves managing pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes, maintaining laboratory equipment, conducting quality control assessments, and collaborating effectively with team members in a fast-paced environment. The position requires adherence to safety standards and secure handling of patient information.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Healthcare (Hospital).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This role performs and supports laboratory testing across pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases to ensure accurate, timely patient results and to optimize laboratory operations.
- Accurately and efficiently perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical laboratory processes
- Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment per manufacturer instructions
- Perform and evaluate required quality control (QC) assessments before reporting patient results
- Evaluate test results against laboratory protocols to ensure quality patient care
- Document all laboratory activities according to policies and procedures
- Maintain and demonstrate competency in assigned areas
- Complete assigned mandatory training and assignments within required timelines
- Take responsibility for ongoing professional development
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution (required to perform high-complexity testing under CLIA ’88)
OR - Bachelor’s degree in another field plus an Associate’s degree in clinical laboratory science and certification by ASCP or equivalent (acceptable)
- Entry-level experience accepted (less than 1 year)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members
- Knowledge of standard laboratory policies, safety practices, equipment, and instrumentation
Additional Responsibilities & Compliance
- Perform other duties as assigned and comply with departmental policies and standards
- Safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) in accordance with applicable laws and the client’s policies
- Follow departmental documentation and orientation materials for role-specific duties
Physical Demands & Travel
- Sitting: Constantly
- Standing/Walking: Occasionally
- Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling: Rarely (up to ~20 lbs)
- Repetitive motions and eye/hand/foot coordination: Frequently
- Talking and hearing: Constantly
- Travel: ~10%
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate
- Sign-on bonus
- Free parking
- Tuition reimbursement
- Estimated salary: $62,287 per year (estimated)
Note: Benefits and exact compensation are provided by the Confidential Client and may vary by role/location.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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