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Medical Laboratory Scientist

Mount Nittany Health

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Quick overview

The Medical Laboratory Scientist is directly responsible for the prompt and accurate performance of assigned work under the direction of supervisors. This includes performing analyses on blood and other body fluids for use in disease diagnosis and treatment, while maintaining proficiency across all clinical laboratory departments.

Requirements summary

A minimum requirement is a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, along with a completed 12-month clinical internship in an accredited school for medical technology. Candidates must also possess or be eligible for certification as an MT or MLS with ASCP, AMT, NCCLS, or an equivalent body.

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Job description

Position Summary

Under the direction of supervisors is directly responsible for the prompt and accurate performance of work assigned. Performs analyses on blood and other body fluids for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Maintains proficiency to work in all clinical departments of the laboratory.

Minimum requirements

Education

1. Bachelor’s degree of equivalent combination of education and experience. 2. Completed a 12 month clinical internship in an accredited school for medical technology.

Experience

1. No previous experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

1. Continually strives to maintain good rapport and cooperation with all hospital departments, medical staff, patients, fellow employees, visitors, etc. by communicating effectively.

License/Certification/Registration

1. Certified MT with ASCP, AMT, NCCLS or equivalent certification. 2. Certified MLS with ASCP, AMT, NCCLS or equivalent certification.

Supervision received: Receives general supervision from the Medical Director, Manager, Supervisors, and Section Heads

Supervision given

None

Why Mount Nittany Health?

At Mount Nittany Health, we provide high-quality patient care with a unique combination of the latest in clinical technology and compassionate medical professionals. We are committed to improving both the quality and availability of healthcare in our region and seek to hire only the best to support the communities we serve.