Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II Blood Bank

Overview



Saint Francis Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Saint Francis Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Up to $10,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility

Full-Time Evening Shift in Blood Bank; hours are 230p-11p; works every 3rd weekend, and shares in rotations. Blood Bank expertise and experience are required for this position.

Processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens; reviews and reports lab results; performs operational duties, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment; acts as resource to other laboratory personnel. Additional responsibility includes assisting with new equipment validation and implementation, employee training and competency assessment, regulatory compliance responsibilities for CAP, TCJ, AABB or other agencies, quality assurance, quality control and instrument maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens and reviews and reports lab results
• Performs operational duties, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment
• Acts as resource to other laboratory personnel. 
• Additional responsibility includes assisting with new equipment validation and implementation, employee training and competency assessment, regulatory compliance responsibilities for CAP, TCJ, AABB or other agencies, quality assurance, quality control and instrument maintenance. 
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Education:
    • Bachelor’s Degree from an approved college or university and/or graduate of an accredited school of medical technology; OR quivalent such as:
      • Military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489; OR 
      • Have qualified at the Medical Technologist level by achieving a satisfactory grade on a HHS examination prior to 2/28/92 42 CFR 493.1491. 
        • The above meets required criteria as defined by CLIA regulations for High Complexity testing (42 CFR 493.1489 and 42 CFR 493.1491).
  • Experience:
    • 2 years as a medical technologist in acute care facility; OR 
    • 1 year as a medical technologist in acute facility and a Master's degree.
  • Certifications:
    • Registered with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT or CSMLS within 12 months of hire)
    • Equivalency evaluation by ECE, NACES or AICE for non-US trained personnel must be completed within 30 days of hire. 
    • Licensure, as required by State.

Organization Description

Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis is a 479-bed full-service hospital located at 5959 Park Avenue in Memphis, TN.Offering a wide array of medical services, Saint Francis is noted for its many Centers of Excellence, including its Center for Surgical Weight Loss, Joint & Spine Center, Heart & Vascular Center, Chest Pain E