A Medical Laboratory Scientist uses education, experience and analytical judgment to perform clinical laboratory testing and ensure test systems function properly before reporting patient results
Job Summary
A Medical Laboratory Scientist uses education, experience and analytical judgment to perform clinical laboratory testing and ensure test systems function properly before reporting patient results.
The role includes working independently to resolve technical problems and rotating temporary on-call shifts to meet laboratory and patient needs.
Cook Children's Medical Center offers advanced technologies and services designed to meet children's healthcare needs and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Matching Summary
A Medical Laboratory Scientist uses education, experience and analytical judgment to perform clinical laboratory testing and ensure test systems function properly before reporting patient results.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
clinical laboratory testing
technical problem resolution
laboratory compliance adherence
third shift work schedule
rotating on-call duties
Nice-to-have
pediatric experience preferred
independent decision making
knowledge of OIG and CMS compliance
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related science
Completion of NAACLS accredited program
Minimum six months clinical laboratory testing experience
Certification by ASCP or equivalent certifying agency
Registry eligible candidates must pass certification exam within one year
Proof of U.S. education equivalency for non-U.S. degrees