Medical Laboratory Scientist I (MT or MLS) – Pathology Chemistry Position Available In Pitt, North Carolina

Medical Laboratory Scientist I (MT or MLS) –

Pathology Chemistry Job ID:

976253

Facility:

ECU Health Medical Center

Dept:

Pathology-Chemistry

Location:

Greenville, NC

FT/PT:

Full-Time

Shift:

Days

Reg/Temp:

Regular

Date Posted:

Apr 24, 2025 Current Team Member Job Description ECU Health About ECU Health Medical Center ECU Health Medical Center, one of four academic medical centers in North Carolina, is the 974-bed flagship hospital for ECU Health and serves as the primary teaching hospital for The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. ECU Health Medical Center has achieved Magnet designation twice and provides acute and intermediate care, rehabilitation and outpatient health services to a 29-county region that is home to more than 1.4 million people. Position Summary The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) performs clinical laboratory tests by standard operating policies and procedures. Understands method principles, performs quality control & calibrations, performs preventive maintenance, and analyzes results as to accuracy, acceptability and critical limits. As a MLS, you will: Prepare patient specimens as required for laboratory testing and perform laboratory tests specific to department. Monitor test results to assure test quality and validity. Communicate test results in a timely manner. Enter and retrieve data from laboratory computer systems. Clean and maintain laboratory equipment and environment. Demonstrate appropriate, caring behavior in the workplace, treating patients, their families, visitors and staff with respect and dignity. Works alternate shifts as required. Perform other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, phlebotomy. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree or higher in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or a biological, chemical, or physical science from an accredited institution. Bachelor’s degree with a combination of 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry, obtained within or in addition to the degree is also acceptable. For non-CLS/MT degrees, one year of experience in a clinical laboratory is required.

Preferred:

Certification as MLS, BB, C, H or MB by ASCP or other nationally recognized certifying agency. Other Information 40 hours per week
Monday – Friday (7 am – 3:30 pm)
Required to work a weekend rotation for every 4th weekend and rotational holidays
Career Level Availabilities / Growth Opportunities
Great Benefits #LI-SB1 General Statement It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position. Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicants qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.