Medical Lab Scientist (MLS)

**Sign on incentive up to $10,000 available**

• Will be responsible for prompt and accurate performance of laboratory work in the various divisions of the laboratory.
• The MLS will be assigned to regular, routine laboratory work in various divisions of the lab. Specific assignments may be changed as necessitated by varying workloads.
• Performs assigned work promptly and accurately.
• Keeps work area clean and neat at all times.
• Assists in training new lab employees, student technicians and aides by demonstration of techniques and supervision of tests.
• Evaluates and documents performance of testing personnel according to CLIA personnel requirements.
• Takes weekend back-up call on a rotation basis or as assigned by the laboratory director.
• Follows lab procedures for specimen acquisition, handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results. Uses appropriate quality control and verifies QC criteria is acceptable before releasing reports.
• Adheres to the lab’s quality control policies and documents all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
• Successfully completes an annual competency for each lab section and test method assigned. Assists in competency assessments of other testing staff as assigned.
• Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results. Is capable of advance troubleshooting and problem solving. If unable to correct a problem, immediately notifies the section head, director or Medical Director.
• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
• Assists with performance improvement activities.
• The MLS may be designated as a section head following CLIA personnel requirements.
• The MLS performs other duties as assigned by a section head, lab director or Pathologist.

Shift Time: 8 & 10 Hour Shifts; Rotating shifts

Primarily days and evenings - Rotating weekends

Benefits and Salary:

Comprehensive benefits package to include: 403(b) with employer match of 5%, Medical, HSA, Dental, PTO, Basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, etc.

Salary: Compensated based on experience & education

About Us:

MMC is a regional medical center that serves patients from 7 counties in northwest Wisconsin and Gogebic County in Michigan. We have more than 60 full-time physicians and specialists on-staff and over 500 employees who are dedicated to providing quality care. Our charming city of Ashland, WI is located on the shores of Lake Superior near Bayfield and the 21 Apostle Islands, and boasts a strong community, historic charm, modern conveniences and abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation. Our passion and driving force is to see the people of our community live healthy, productive lives. EOE.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Pay: $62,400.00 - $91,395.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Work Location: In person