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Medical Laboratory Scientist

Baptist Health

Lexington, KY • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job Description:
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Part-Time I First Shift
Laboratory I Lexington, KY
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 for Medical Laboratory Scientist:
  • 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 for Medical Laboratory Scientist:
  • 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
  • Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
  • Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • 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
  • Identity Theft Protection

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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.

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Baptist Health South Florida is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with 12 hospitals, more than 27,000 employees, 4,000 physicians and 100 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices spanning across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Baptist Health has internationally renowned centers of excellence in cancer, cardiovascular care, orthopedics and sports medicine, and neurosciences. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to its faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies.

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