Medical Laboratory Scientist
3 days ago
Elizabeth
Company: Pride Health Job Title: MLS Location: Elizabeth, NJ Assignment Length: 13 Weeks Schedule: 5x7.5 | 40 hours/week Shift: Evening Pay Rate: $1900-$2100/week Responsibilities: • Perform clinical laboratory testing across Blood Bank, Generalist, and Caller functions., • Conduct routine and specialized laboratory testing in accordance with established procedures and quality standards., • Perform testing in areas including immunoassay, hormone/thyroid testing, therapeutic drug monitoring, tumor markers, cardiac enzymes, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, body fluids, serology, and pregnancy testing., • Perform CBCs, manual differentials, platelet counts, reticulocyte counts, ESR, fibrinogen, FDP/fibrin split products, platelet aggregation, and related hematology/coagulation testing., • Perform urinalysis, including manual macroscopic and microscopic examination and crystal identification., • Perform serological and immunological testing, including ANA, ASO titers, RPR, complement testing, and related assays., • Perform specimen accessioning, collection, pipetting, processing, and other pre-analytical laboratory functions., • Follow quality assurance procedures, laboratory controls, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements., • Utilize laboratory information and charting systems, including Sunquest and EPIC., • Operate and perform testing using Beckman Coulter DxI, DxC, and DxH 600T instrumentation., • Float within the clinician's scope of practice and support applicable laboratory areas based on facility staffing and operational needs., • Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure timely, accurate reporting of test results., • Collaborate with laboratory staff and other healthcare professionals to support patient care and departmental operations., • Work required weekends and holidays according to the assigned schedule and facility requirements. Requirements: • Minimum 1 year of clinical laboratory experience., • Travel experience required., • ASCP certification required at the time of submission., • Previous experience in a hospital clinical laboratory environment preferred., • Experience working as a Blood Bank, Generalist, and Caller., • Beckman Coulter DxI and DxC experience required., • Beckman Coulter DxH 600T experience required., • Sunquest system experience required., • Echo instrumentation experience required., • Experience with EPIC or comparable clinical charting systems required., • Strong knowledge of laboratory procedures, quality control, specimen handling, and clinical testing., • Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced hospital laboratory environment., • Ability and willingness to float within scope of practice based on facility needs., • Must be available for every other weekend., • Must be available to work 2 of 3 holidays, unless otherwise specified., • First-time travelers are not accepted. Note: We also have other openings available if you would like to explore. About Pride: As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Benefit Statement: Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors. #GlobalDeliveryTravel