What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Scientist Hematology position at CommonSpirit Health?
*Job Summary and Responsibilities*
As our Medical Lab Scientist, you will be a critical diagnostic expert, performing complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate, timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment.
Every day, you will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.). You'll analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and conduct quality control, providing crucial data for clinical decisions.
To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate a strong scientific foundation, advanced technical proficiency, exceptional problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Your paramount commitment will be to accuracy and regulatory adherence.
Required
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Located conveniently in the heart of [Phoenix, Arizona,](http://phoenix.gov/visitors/index.html) [St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center](https://careers-dignityhealth.icims.com/jobs/search?ss=1&searchRelation=keyword_all&searchCompany=83511) is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.
We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned [Barrow Neurological Institute](https://www.barrowneuro.org/), [Norton Thoracic Institute](https://www.dignityhealth.org/arizona/norton-thoracic-institute), [Cancer Center at St. Joseph's](https://www.dignityhealth.org/arizona/locations/stjosephs/services/university-of-arizona-cancer-center), [Ivy Brain Tumor Center](https://www.ivybraintumorcenter.org/), and [St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center](https://www.supportstjosephs.org/traumacenter) (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s.
U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital.
St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of [Arizona's Most Admired Companies](http://www.bestcompaniesaz.com/).
Look for us on [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/DignityHealthStJosephsHospitalMedicalCenter) and follow us on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/DignityHealthAZ).
For the health of our community ... we are proud to be a tobacco-free campus
*Pay Range*
$41.75 - $41.75 /hour
As our Medical Lab Scientist, you will be a critical diagnostic expert, performing complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate, timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment.
Every day, you will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.). You'll analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and conduct quality control, providing crucial data for clinical decisions.
To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate a strong scientific foundation, advanced technical proficiency, exceptional problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Your paramount commitment will be to accuracy and regulatory adherence.
- Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting
- Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turn-around-time limits
- Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair
- Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters
- Performs proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leaders
- Assists in evaluation and generation of compliant documentation for the validation of new procedures and equipment to provide the physician with the most current laboratory technology
Required
- Bachelors Of Science in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA., upon hire
- International Medical Laboratory Scientist, upon hire or
- Blood Banking, upon hire or
- Chemistry - ASCP, upon hire or
- Clinical Laboratory Scientist, upon hire or
- Clinical Laboratory Technologist, upon hire or
- Technologist in Molecular Biology, upon hire or
- Medical Laboratory Scientist - Med Technologist, upon hire or
- Medical Technologist AAB, upon hire or
- Technologist in Microbiology, upon hire or
- Medical Technologist AMT, upon hire or
- Specialist in Hematology, upon hire or
- Specialist in Microbiobiology, upon hire or
- Med Technologist - ASCP, upon hire or
- Histotechnologist, upon hire
[Hello humankindness](https://hellohumankindness.org/)* *
Located conveniently in the heart of [Phoenix, Arizona,](http://phoenix.gov/visitors/index.html) [St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center](https://careers-dignityhealth.icims.com/jobs/search?ss=1&searchRelation=keyword_all&searchCompany=83511) is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.
We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned [Barrow Neurological Institute](https://www.barrowneuro.org/), [Norton Thoracic Institute](https://www.dignityhealth.org/arizona/norton-thoracic-institute), [Cancer Center at St. Joseph's](https://www.dignityhealth.org/arizona/locations/stjosephs/services/university-of-arizona-cancer-center), [Ivy Brain Tumor Center](https://www.ivybraintumorcenter.org/), and [St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center](https://www.supportstjosephs.org/traumacenter) (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s.
U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital.
St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of [Arizona's Most Admired Companies](http://www.bestcompaniesaz.com/).
Look for us on [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/DignityHealthStJosephsHospitalMedicalCenter) and follow us on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/DignityHealthAZ).
For the health of our community ... we are proud to be a tobacco-free campus
*Pay Range*
$41.75 - $41.75 /hour
Salary : $42