Medical Lab Scientist

Position Overview

A temporary opportunity is available for a Medical Lab Scientist to join a dynamic laboratory team. The role involves working in a fast-paced environment, contributing to patient care through essential testing and laboratory operations.

Schedule

This position follows a schedule of 7 nights on followed by 7 nights off, with working hours from 9:00 PM to 7:30 AM.

Assignment Length

The initial assignment is for 13 weeks, with the potential to extend to 26 weeks if desired.

Location

Taylorsville, UT

Unit Information

• Number of Treatment Rooms: 10
• Number of Laboratory Staff: 8 Lab Technologists
• Staffing: 1 MLS/MLT on Day Shift, 1 MLS/MLT on Night Shift
• Type of Equipment: Siemens Dimension EXL, Sysmex 1000, Roche Clineteck, Werfen Top 300, Quidel Triage, Siemens ePOC, Abbott iSTAT, Veritor FLU, Quidel SOFIA COVID-19, Aerospray stainer
• EMR: EPIC
• Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance, quality control, and calibrations on laboratory analyzers.
• Conduct both waived and non-waived patient testing.
• Process specimens, including ordering tests, centrifuging samples, and preparing send outs for transport.
• Ensure laboratory supplies are adequately stocked and maintain routine cleaning of lab surfaces.
• Fulfill clerical duties as assigned to support laboratory operations.

Qualifications

• Required: Certified MLS or MLT through ASCP or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years working in a hospital laboratory setting as an MLT or MLS.
• Preferred: Familiarity with EPIC and experience with lab analyzers.

Best Personality Fit

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills to work effectively with both laboratory and clinical staff. The role requires a professional demeanor and the ability to work independently while interfacing with the clinical staff of the emergency department.

Dress Code

Staff are expected to wear pewter-colored scrubs. A lab coat will be provided.

Unit Guidelines

• Adhere to standard laboratory safety protocols as required by CLIA and CAP.