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Laboratory Scientist/MLS/CLS/MT - Blood Gas Lab - Days
VCU Health
Richmond, VA
Full time
HealthMedicineClinical Lab Science
Posted 510 day(s) ago


$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for offers accepted by December 31, 2023. Terms and Conditions apply.


The Med Tech/Clinical Lab Scientist/Medical Lab Scientist (MT/CLS/MLS) role involves providing accurate and timely testing and results to physicians and healthcare professionals. Excellent customer service skills are essential, maintaining a positive and professional interpersonal style while emphasizing a strong commitment to teamwork.


Hiring Requirements:

  • Certified as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by ASCP or equivalent.
  • Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) by NCA or equivalent ASCP Specialty or Categorical certification.
  • New graduates must obtain certification within 12 months of hire.
  • For continued employment: Certification is required.

Experience:

  • Minimum: Entry Level Medical Laboratory Scientist Graduate Experience.
  • Preferred: Previous experience as a Medical Technologist, Clinical Lab Scientist, or Medical Lab Scientist.

Education/Training:

  • Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (BSCLS) from an accredited program.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science with NAACLS-accredited CLS/MT certificate or 5+ years on-the-job training in a hospital setting (with categorical or generalist certification).
  • Grandfathered individuals exempted under previous hiring requirements.

Preferred Education/Training:

  • Master’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (MSCLS) from an accredited program.

Responsibilities:

  • Notify physicians of panic values.
  • Customer service-oriented communications.
  • Complete required continuing education hours annually.
  • Teach new employees, students, etc., in demonstrated competency areas.

Additional Requirements:

  • Rotation for weekends and holidays.
  • On-call availability for emergency coverage on any shift.
  • Serving all age-specific groups.
  • Exposure to biohazards and potentially infectious body fluids.
  • Physical requirements: Lifting, prolonged standing/sitting, repetitive motion.
  • Mental/Sensory requirements: Strong recall, reasoning, problem-solving, hearing, speaking, writing, reading, logical thinking.

Work Environment: Day shift (United States of America) 


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About VCU Health: VCU Health is dedicated to inventing better care through intense research, collaboration, and sheer determination. With top-notch medical teams, an academic medical center, trauma center, cancer center, children’s hospital, and a wide array of specialists, we strive to lead in health and recovery.

For more about our accomplishments, read VCU Health Year In Review.


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