Medical Laboratory Scientist

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Summary

Job Description:

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Full Time I First Shift

Laboratory I Lexington, KY

$15,000 Sign on Bonus Available for Qualified Individuals

Baptist Health Clinical Lab and Pathology Department, where science meets compassion and precision meets care. We are dedicated to ensuring that every test, every result, and every patient matters. We demonstrate this by providing state-of-the-art technology; an expert team of pathologists and technicians; comprehensive services; fast and reliable results; a patient-centered approach; and commitment to continuous improvement.

Description:

Maintains technical competency as related to the job functions.

Understands pertinent LIS functions and performs downtime procedures effectively.

Evaluates each procedure performed and chooses appropriate investigative techniques as indicated.

Identifies and resolves problems that may adversely affect test results and notifies appropriate personnel.

Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections or by recognizing abnormal/unusual results.

Documents unacceptable specimens according to policy. Communicates specimen requirements to appropriate personnel.

Assesses job functions and takes appropriate action when problems are detected.

Identifies problems with specimens, test orders, registration and takes appropriate action.

Handles troubleshooting professionally and communicates with coworkers and customers when delays occur.

Expected to utilize complex problem-solving skills in resolving clinical and instrument problems.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree.

Certified or eligible for certification in clinical laboratory science by recognized certifying agencies.

Certification must be achieved within one year of hire.

Benefits:

Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually

Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire

Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

PTO Sell Back Program

Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support

Retirement with Company Match

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

"EEO Statement: Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to r ace, color, national origin, gender, s exual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMATION AND ACCESSIBILITY TO SERVICES

Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Baptist Health facilities by using the Kentucky Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). For voice to TDD, call 800.648.6057. For TDD to voice, call 800.648.6056."

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R26106647