Laboratory Scientist, LS, MLT, MT, MLS (Full Time Overnights)

Overview

We would consider hiring either a MLT, MLS, MT or Lab Scientist (Bachelor Degree)

As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Laboratory Scientist contributes professional knowledge and skills in the provision and management of care to patients. The Laboratory Scientist is a Bachelor of Science degree who supports pre-analytic, analytic and post analytic laboratory workflows. Responsibilities may include the following : 1) registrations; 2) registration / billing work queues; 3) inpatient, outpatient or outreach phlebotomy; 4) sample processing / aliquoting / accessioning; 5) urine drug screen collections and breath alcohol; 6) CLIA waived and moderate complexity testing. The Laboratory Scientist is responsible for strictly adhering to detail in the technical performance of laboratory procedures, solving practical and analytical problems, resolving conflict, and implementing constructive change.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

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With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Pre-Analytic workflows

Analytic workflows

Post Analytic workflows

Committed Team

Basic UPH Performance Criteria

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.

Preferred or Specialized

Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education :

Bachelor of Science degree

Graduate of an MLS / MT program.

Experience :

College or post graduate laboratory experience.

Hospital or Reference Laboratory experience.

License(s) / Certification(s) :

Must be MT or MLS(ASCP) certified or eligible, certifying within 6 months of hire.

Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Achieves and maintains appropriate training and certification for collection of DOT, DHS and / or contracted service drug screens, including breath alcohol within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

Other :

Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position. Work may occasionally require travel. May drive a UPH vehicle, rental or own vehicle.