Laboratory - Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS - (FT)

Nestled between the Snake River, the majestic Rockies, and ancient lava flows of Yellowstone, Madison County offers a bit of home for everyone. Within 40 minutes, you can be snowmobiling through mountains on fresh powder in the winter, hiking glorious trails in the spring, fishing on world-renowned streams/rivers in the fall, and crowding Main Street during the summer for parades that bring the entire community together.

For those not inclined to pursue outdoor activities, South East Idaho provides a variety of cultural events including an International Dance Festival, Music in the Park events, art shows, museums, and a wide array of collegiate performances from local universities.

In the heart of Madison County lies Madison health, one of the last sustaining county-owned hospitals in the State of Idaho. A 69 bed, not-for-profit hospital, Madison health is seeking to hire a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS).

The MLS performs and demonstrates proficiency in a variety of tests to include Chemistry, Microbiology, Blood Bank, Hematology, Coagulation, and Molecular Diagnostics.

Madisonhealth's Vision : Be a first-class regional healthcare provider that instills pride in the community, medical staff, and employees.

Madisonhealth's Mission : Provide professional and compassionate healthcare to those we serve.

Lab Vision: First Class Results, Hometown Service Every Patient, Every Time!

Lab Mission : We will Achieve Quality Service through Accountability, High Standards, and Innovation.

• Classification: Full Time
• Schedule: Varies (discuss in interview)

Education:
Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences
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Baccalaureate degree in a related science curriculum including prescribed hours and courses in chemistry, biology, and math; approximately 2000 hours in a an accredited clinical (hospital based) program
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Credentialing as a MT, followed by additional work at an accredited college or university which culminates in a baccalaureate degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or a related curriculum. The total college courses taken in chemistry, biology, and math must be the same as those required in the above options.
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Graduation from an accredited school of clinical laboratory sciences; including additional credentialing by an agency approved the US Department of Education or approved by the National Commission for Health Certifying Agencies (NCHCA)
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Demonstration of equivalent education gained by non-traditional methods through successful completion of a nationally recognized credentialing mechanism
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Sufficient clinical experience in included in accredited baccalaureate programs in the clinical laboratory sciences or through one of the alternate credentialing routes available to medical technologists.

Qualifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• DOT Collector Certification (within 90 days of hire)
• Breath Alcohol Certification (within 1 year of hire)

 Benefits & Work-Life

We not only offer comprehensive benefits and work-life programs to secure your future and balance your daily needs but also provide you stellar service for managing these programs through our Benefits Department.

Retirement - Securing your future

• Retirement - 457(b)

 Health Benefits - Safe and Secure, Our Promise

• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Plans
• 340B Pharmacy Program

 Paid Time Off

• Full Time - 6.77 hrs per pay period
• Regular Part Time - 3.69 hrs per pay period
• Long Term Sick - Percentage of hours worked



Work-Life Balance - Employee Assistance Program offers:

• Personal counseling (in-person and virtual)
• Life management services (child and senior care, moving, pets, home repair, disaster support, discounts, etc.)
• Senior care management
• Child care referral services
• Lifestyle coaching
• Health and wellness resources
• Legal & financial services
• Support tools for managers
• Onsite and virtual trainings
• Critical Incident Stress Management services when tragedy happen