Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Medical Lab Scientist 1 - Day Shift Core Lab

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeWilmington, NC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

An associate degree in chemical, physical, or biological science, or medical laboratory, or equivalent education or training, is required; alternatively, successful completion of military training of 50 or more weeks is accepted.
One year of experience as a laboratory scientist in specialty areas (BB, Flow, and Micro) is preferred; clinical internships of 12 months duration meet this experience requirement.
MLT certification or eligibility for certification from ASCP or AMT is required.
New graduates must obtain certification within 12 months of hire; failure to do so will result in termination of employment.
Individuals newly certified by ASCP beginning January 1, 2004, must participate in and maintain ASCP Board of Certification status through the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP).
Individuals newly certified by AMT beginning January 1, 2006, must participate in and maintain AMT certification through the Certification Continuation Program (CCP).
Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform the 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 troubleshoot 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 the laboratory field.
Ability to follow written protocols.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory procedures, including quality control, specimen collection, processing, testing, and reporting laboratory results.
Assist in evaluating new or modified techniques when required.
Advise and assist with orientation and training of other personnel on equipment and software as necessary.

Desired Qualifications

One year of experience as a laboratory scientist in specialty areas (BB, Flow, and Micro) is preferred; clinical internships of 12 months duration meet this experience requirement.

What We Offer

Team member is responsible for performing all laboratory procedures, including quality control, specimen collection, processing, testing, and reporting of lab results. Team member will also assist in the evaluation of new or modified techniques when required. They will advise and assist in the orientation and training of other personnel on equipment and software as necessary.

What We're Looking For

Education: 2 Year / Associate Degree, required. Associate degree in chemical, physical, or biological science, or medical laboratory or equivalent education or training OR successfully completed military training of 50 or more weeks.
Experience: One year experience as laboratory scientist for specialty areas (BB, Flow, and Micro). (Clinical internships of 12 months duration meet this requirement), preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: MLT certification (or eligible) from ASCP or AMT, 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.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

193259

About the Company

Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Novant Health operates an integrated healthcare network with hospitals, clinics, urgent care, imaging and pharmacy services across North Carolina and South Carolina. Its care model connects facilities and clinicians to provide a coordinated continuum of care, from primary and specialty services to outpatient and virtual visits. The network sets itself apart through its scale as an integrated system, a strong safety and quality focus, and active use of clinical trials and innovative care delivery; it also emphasizes community benefits and a large virtual care platform. Its goal is to improve community health by expanding access to safe, high-quality care and advancing health outcomes through research, innovation in care delivery, and value-based partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Charlotte, NC
Founded: 1997

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