Medical Lab Scientist (BGH)
Beacon Health System is hiring a full-time Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our Laboratory Department.
Be a Beacon. Make a Difference.
At Beacon Health System, you're not just part of a team-you're part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve.
Why Choose Beacon?
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance through Cigna
- Life Insurance
- 403(b) Matching Retirement Fund
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Shift Differentials
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
- Clinical Ladder Program
- Local and National Discounts
- Beacon Academy Educational Courses
- Gym Membership Discount
About Memorial Hospital
Located in the heart of South Bend, Memorial Hospital is deeply rooted in the community it serves. From advanced surgical services to award-winning heart and cancer care, we provide comprehensive treatment with a personal touch. As part of Beacon Health System, we're dedicated to improving health and inspiring hope throughout the region.
What You'll Do
As a Medical Laboratory Scientist, you will perform qualitative and quantitative clinical laboratory tests, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with regulatory standards. Your skills will help provide timely diagnoses and exceptional care to our patients.
Medical Laboratory Scientist Job Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory tests, calculations, documentation, and result reporting per established criteria.
- Notify physicians of critical lab values immediately.
- Adhere to QA/QC procedures, proficiency testing, and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Evaluate QA/QC data, identify and resolve testing issues, and escalate when appropriate.
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
- Receive, collect, and process specimens, including blood draws and other body fluids.
- Prepare specimens for transport or shipping in compliance with regulations.
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness, ensuring safe handling of body fluids and waste per OSHA standards.
- Provide instruction to new associates and students on laboratory procedures.
- Deliver technical information about tests and results to physicians and other authorized individuals.
- Fulfill duties of Testing Personnel, Technical Consultant, or General Supervisor when qualified under CLIA regulations.
- Participate in committees and complete other job-related assignments as needed.
What You Bring
You bring knowledge of laboratory science, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to accuracy in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or in a chemical, physical, or biological science, plus completion of a CAHEA-accredited program (or equivalent per CFR [click to reveal phone number]).
- Certification: Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP, HEW/HHS, or equivalent) within one year of graduation or hire.
- Experience: One year of related laboratory experience preferred.
- Skills: Proficiency in laboratory testing, quality control, instrumentation, LIS systems, and computer applications. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.
Working Conditions
- Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous substances, and chemicals common to a hospital laboratory.
- Requires standing for long periods, walking short distances, lifting up to 35 pounds, and maintaining manual dexterity and visual acuity.
The Beacon Way
At Beacon Health System, our approach goes beyond clinical excellence-it's built on meaningful connections. Guided by our core values of Trust, Respect, Integrity, and Compassion, we strive to create an environment where patients feel heard, employees feel valued, and innovation thrives.
We call this commitment The Beacon Way, a six-point operating system that empowers every team member to:
- Leverage innovation everywhere
- Cultivate human talent
- Embrace performance improvement
- Build greatness through accountability
- Use information to improve and advance
- Communicate clearly and continuously