Entry Level Biological Science Jobs in Decatur, GA

Emory Medical Laboratory's mission is to transform health and healing by providing high quality, cost-effective, innovative laboratory services which enhance patient health. We're seeking an experienced Medical Lab Scientist I / Medical Technologist I to rotate through Core Lab, Microbiology, and Transfusion Service.

Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm, Monday - Friday, rotation every 5th weekend 

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All levels of experience and education will be considered for this posting. 

An entry-level medical lab scientist (MLS) performs basic functions of the position, may perform tests or operate basic lab equipment, and follows established protocols to ensure accurate sample analysis and result reporting. A MLS analyzes blood, tissue, and body fluids to detect, diagnose, and treat diseases. Operates complex, automated equipment to perform tests in fields like microbiology and chemistry, providing 70% of the objective data providers use for patient treatment decisions. Medical laboratory scientists are essential for diagnosing conditions such as cancer, diabetes, and infectious diseases.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

1. Testing Samples: Analyzing blood, urine, spinal fluid, and tissue for pathogens, chemical abnormalities, or disease markers. Perform Specimen Analysis, laboratory tests to identify abnormal cells, bacteria, or chemical imbalances in the body.

2. Operating Technology: Using sophisticated laboratory instruments, such as automated analyzers and microscopes.

3. Quality Control: Ensuring test accuracy by calibrating equipment and validating results. Run routine controls guarantee the validity and reliability of all medical testing.

4. Data Interpretation: Reviewing findings to ensure validity and communicating results to physicians. Analyze test results, ensure accuracy, and relay critical data to doctors.

5. Specialized Areas: Working in departments like blood banking (transfusion services), hematology, immunology, and molecular diagnostics.

6. Equipment Maintenance: Calibrate, troubleshoot, and operate sophisticated laboratory machinery.

Knowledge

1. Demonstrates an understanding of quality system and key performance monitoring.

2. Monitors accuracy and precision of laboratory testing.

3. Documents corrective actions taken for out-of-range test values.

4. Evaluates validity of acceptable specimens and test results; compares them to previous results and other laboratory data.

5. Refers abnormal or unexpected results to the appropriate individual(s).

6. May perform basic troubleshooting.

Complexity

1. Tasks are typically straightforward and routine, such as sample preparation, specimen handling, and performing routine tests.

2. Work is performed with structured guidance.

3. Maintains accurate and complete documentation of patient information, equipment, and test results to comply with regulations.

4. Identifies critical values, confirms and reports following standard operating procedures.

Autonomy

1. Works independently with minimal oversight but seeks assistance for complex or unusual cases.

2. Expected to make decisions within the scope of routine tasks and procedures.

Interaction:

1. Frequent interaction with lab supervisors and peers for guidance.

2. The level of communication with other healthcare professionals is limited to reporting results or clarifications.

Additional Duties as Assigned.

Travel: None

Work Type: Onsite 100% of time

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or a chemical, physical, or biological science.
  • Other bachelor's degrees will be accepted if graduated from an accredited school and science and math coursework meets requirements of certifying agency.
  • Bachelor's degree may be waived for a medical technologist who was certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) in the years prior to the bachelor's degree requirement by ASCP and/or a HEW/HHS technologist certified by Health and Human Services (formerly Health Education and Welfare).
• Experience preferred but not required.
• Certification: Must be obtained within 12 months of cumulative employment as a medical technologist.
• Eligible for certification by one of the following accreditation agencies: MT (ASCP), MLS (ASCP), MT (American Medical Technologists, AMT), MT (HHS or HEW), MT (American Association of Bioanalysts, AAB), generalist or categorical if applicable.
• Not eligible for promotion until certification is obtained.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium Max 25lbs): up to 25 lbs., 0-33% of the workday (occasionally) Lifting 25 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, and environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare's Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.