Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Full Time
Job Description
This position is responsible for accurate and timely performance of various test methodologies in an appropriate manner and for reporting test results to patient care areas so that laboratory services consistently provide high quality patient care.
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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 combination of relevant education & experience considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree
Experience
- 2 years experience in hospital laboratory operations and point of care testing support preferred
Certification and Licensure
- ASCP eligible
Required Skills
- Computer Skills to include use and navigation
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Multitasking
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
About St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.
St. Christopher's has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.
In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.
Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Hospital Tour
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 combination of relevant education & experience considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree
Experience
- 2 years experience in hospital laboratory operations and point of care testing support preferred
Certification and Licensure
- ASCP eligible
Required Skills
- Computer Skills to include use and navigation
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Multitasking
This position is responsible for accurate and timely performance of various test methodologies in an appropriate manner and for reporting test results to patient care areas so that laboratory services consistently provide high quality patient care.
#STC