Medical Lab Technologist

Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings • Chesapeake, VA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1d ago

Are you an experienced Medical Lab Professional? Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Medical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to speak with you about this exciting opportunity to join our team as a Medical Lab Technologist in Chesapeake, VA. In this position you will work in a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part of our overall mission at LabCorp: "Improving Health, Improving Lives".

The work schedule for this position will be: 1st shift Monday-Friday 9:30am-6:00pm and rotating every 3rd Saturday 8:00am-4:30pm.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
Perform testing in urinalysis, chemistry, hematology, coagulation, and semen analysis.
Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures
Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care
Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures
Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
Assist with processing of specimens when needed
Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
A minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience is required OR an MLS degree is required.
At least 1 year of experience in Chemistry, Hematology and Urinalysis is required.
ASCP or AMT certification is preferred.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems are a plus.
High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen.
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.
This position requires you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Subject to applicable law, all prospective hires will need to provide proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or qualify for medical or religious accommodations.

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