Medical Laboratory Scientist, Laboratory

About CarolinaEast Medical Center

CarolinaEast Health System is dedicated to quality and compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. The flagship of the health system is a 350 bed full service medical center housing a complete complement of inpatient and outpatient services with the latest technology. CarolinaEast Health System employs 2,600 dedicated team members. We have physician practices in various specialties spanning four counties. Our employees create a culture of excellence that connects our patients to the same level of care that is usually found at larger medical centers while maintaining a friendly, community feel throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full time employees as well as benefits to part time plus and part time employees.

Job Summary: Performs a variety of routine and advanced laboratory tests and procedures ranging from waived to high complexity testing, in one or more sections of the Clinical Laboratory. Professional application of the principles, theories and techniques of medical technology are used to produce reliable test results that aid the physician in diagnosis and treatment.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution.   Those holding a Bachelor’s degree must be registered or eligible for registration through a nationally recognized certification agency. Must be able to perform complex analyses, which require a defined network of steps and variables.  Must have an in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships.  Must be able to recognize problems, identify the cause (technical or instrumental), create alternatives and determine solutions.  Must have communication skills in translating facts and ideas to a variety of persons, both within and outside the laboratory.  Must be responsible for own work and decisions and be able to supervise and teach others.  Must be able to evaluate procedures, equipment and people (peers, students and subordinates).  Must be able to work independently when necessary.  Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care in his/her assigned department.  The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status. The individual must interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, providing the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Hours: Friday through Sunday from 5:30pm to 6:00am

** Sign on bonus of $10,000.00 for qualified, full time candidates

** Relocation up to $5,000.00 for full time candidates per HR guidelines

Qualifies for Weekend Option Contract**