• Job Description

  Req#: R244665

  Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!

  S cheduled Weekly Hours:

  36

  Work Shift:

  All Work Shifts (United States of America)

  Join us in serving the Richmond Community through meaningful careers in laboratory roles. Our dedicated care teams are committed to creating an environment where associates thrive, clinicians choose to practice and individuals turn for trusted, compassionate care. Every day, we're grounded in dignity, respect and in service of our Mission. Discover healthcare opportunities in Richmond where your passion meets purpose with Bon Secours!

  As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

  Medical Laboratory Positions available at the following sites:

  Memorial Regional Medical Center, Mechanicsville

  Rappahannock General Hospital, Kilmarnock

  Richmond Community Hospital, Richmond

  Southside Medical Center, Petersburg

  St. Francis Medical Center, Midlothian

  St. Mary's Hospital, Richmond

  Job Summary:

  The Medical Laboratory Technician I (MLT) is responsible for performing the routine test on blood, tissues, and other body specimens, as well as providing physicians with quality results using a variety of clinical laboratory equipment. The Medical Laboratory Technician I (MLT) must have a total understanding of patient safety and laboratory techniques necessary to guarantee complete patient safety and anonymity.

  Essential Functions:

  • Performs analytical tests on biological specimens, in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner in compliance with documented laboratory procedures
  • Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections or by recognizing abnormal/ unusual results
  • Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results by taking the appropriate action according to protocols
  • Performs quality control for all testing and meets established ranges before patient results are released
  • Maintains a safe and efficient work environment by performing equipment checks, cleaning work area, monitoring temperatures following hospital policies, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment
  • Other duties as assigned

  Education:

  • Must have one of the following:
    • Associates of Science in Medical Lab Technology
    • Completed 60 semester hours (including six hours of chemistry and six of biology) of academic credit from a college or university accredited by a recognized regional or national accreditation agency and have completed a Medical Lab Technician Program
    • Completed a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course within the past ten years

  Certifications:

  • MLT Medical Laboratory Technician Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)

  Experience:

  • Two years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory setting (preferred)

  Skills & Abilities:

  • Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-pasted environment
  • Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

  Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

  Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

  • Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance w/AD&D
  • Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
  • Paid time off
  • Educational Assistance
  • And much more

  *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

  Department:

  Lab Outreach - Richmond Shared Services

  It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com .

• About the company

  Bon Secours Health System, Inc. based in Marriottsville, Maryland, is a $3.2 billion dollar not-for-profit Catholic health system that owns, manages or joint ventures 18 acute care, 5 long term care, 4 assisted living, 6 retirement communities/senior housing, 14 home care and hospice services, and other facilities, primarily on the East Coast. Bon Secours Health System consists of more than 24,000 caregivers helping people in seven states. Its vision is to be a prophetic Catholic health ministry partnering with communities to create a more humane world, build health and social justice and provide exceptional value for those served.

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