Medical Lab Scientist MLS - Micro and Point of Care

Job Summary

The Medical Lab Scientist for Micro and Point of Care:

Obtains or receives specimens.

Performs clinical laboratory tests by standardized procedures.

Understands method principles.

Performs quality control and preventive maintenance.

Interprets results accurately, acceptably and within critical limits.

Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines.

Validates all data obtained.

BENEFITS

Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits

Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience

Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!

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Qualifications

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science - OR - Bachelor's in some other field of study AND completion of a Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science program - OR - MT-HEW certification will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree

Experience

Clinical Laboratory Science Experience Required

Blood Bank Experience Preferred

Certification and Licensure

ASCP or AMT eligible

Required Skills

Computer Skills to include use and navigation

Excellent Communications Skills

Multitasking

WHY READING HOSPITAL's LABORATORY?

Reading Hospital's Laboratory is CAP accredited offering specialized testing, lab automation, and state of the art equipment. The lab offers cross training opportunities and the opportunity to be part of cross-function process improvement teams. In Fiscal Year 2023, the lab performed 8.5 million tests (including Chemistry, Cytology, Flow Cytometry, Hematology, Coagulation, Histology, Microbiology, Point of Care Testing, Transfusion Services and Urinalysis), 122,751 Anatomical Pathology tests, and 404,139 combined inpatient & outpatient phlebotomy draws. The department consists of over 200 medical laboratory professionals. Reading's lab offers opportunities for advancement and continued career growth (including career advancement ladders for Phlebotomists and Lab Assistants).

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Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.

This position was posted by Tower Health (TRHMC, PA). Apply through the official website using the link on this page.