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Medical Lab Scientist
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A Medical Laboratory Scientist specializes in collecting and analyzing body fluids using complex chemical and microscopic tests. Workplaces include clinical laboratories at hospitals, references labs, biotech labs and non-clinical industrial labs.
$69,888 / year median in Colorado
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Where You'll Work For more than 135 years, St. Mary-Corwin has cared for the people of Pueblo and the surrounding southern Colorado communities. Driven by a commitment to Pueblo and our healing ministry, St. Mary- Corwin is focused on its core areas of clinical strength: cancer care and orthopedic services. This concentration enables St. Mary-Corwin to serve the southern Colorado region with high quality, high value care for generations to come. Residents of Pueblo enjoy a moderate cost of living within this modern, mid-sized community while experiencing everything great about life in Colorado, including world- class nearby outdoor recreation, thriving local arts and culture, numerous parks, festivals and much more. Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Medical Lab Scientist, you will accurately analyze and report all tests ordered by the Medical Staff, ensuring timely results and adherence to laboratory procedures and regulatory guidelines to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment. Every day you will perform a variety of laboratory tests with precision, meticulously document findings, and collaborate with healthcare providers to contribute critical data for patient care decisions. To be successful in this role, you will possess strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail in laboratory testing and reporting, a deep understanding of regulatory guidelines, and a commitment to providing high-quality diagnostic information for patient care. Performs cytogenetic testing with a high level of competency according to established protocols. Generates and reports results which are used for making accurate diagnoses and prognoses, which influences patient care and management. Responsible for accurate and timely result reporting, including communication and documentation of critical results. Utilizes critical thinking skills and exercises independent judgment to correlate and interpret data. Responsible for operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instruments and appropriate documentation of activities. Completes required QC and maintenance, consistently recognizing variances and documenting appropriate corrective action. We are offering up to $8,000 relocation assistance to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements Job Requirements Required Bachelor's Degree in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA. Must be appropriately trained in clinical laboratory science as evaluated by the Director of the Clinical Laboratory Physical, Exertion, and Sensory - Medium Preferred MLS (ASCP) or equivalent (Per requirement sheet)