Position & Client Overview:

We are currently recruiting for a certified medical technologist or medical laboratory scientist to work a 13-week contract assignment in a busy hospital setting near Erie, PA. An extension to this contract could be offered.

Weekly Salary: $2,204

Nestled along Lake Erie, this Pennsylvania city experiences a humid continental climate with warm summers and snowy winters. Average temperatures range from about 21° in January to 79° in July, making it ideal for seasonal activities. In summer, residents enjoy boating, fishing, and beach days at Presque Isle State Park, while winter invites snowshoeing and skiing at nearby resorts. Indoors, Erie offers museums like the Erie Art Museum, performances at the Warner Theatre, and family fun at Splash Lagoon indoor water park. The changing seasons shape a lifestyle that balances outdoor adventure with cultural and community-centered indoor experiences.

Job Summary:

Discover the presence or absence of disease and provide data that help physicians determine the best treatment for the patient. Specialty areas of laboratory medicine include clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services, clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.

Skill Requirements:

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
• Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

• Performing testing in any and/or all of the following areas of the lab: clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services (blood bank), clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology, and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.
• Matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; Maintaining quality results verify and equipment function, troubleshooting, calibrating equipment and monitoring quality control measures and protocols
• Participating in staff training and educational opportunities; Identifying and communicating abnormal patient conditions reports mandated information to the public health department or other designated officials
• Contributing to a safe and secure environment, following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
• Maintaining patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• MT/MLS: Bachelor's degree in science and MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• MLT: Associates degree in science and MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• 1 to 3 years experience is required

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND