Position & Client Overview:
What an opportunity! A medical center in central Mississippi has two openings for medical technologists or medical laboratory technicians to work the third shift with compressed schedules. Work seven days, then have seven days off to explore the area. It'll be like a vacation every other week!
Applicants must be experienced generalists who can work in all departments.
These two positions offer generous compensation packages which include a competitive hourly rate, tax-free per diems, and the choice of provided housing or a tax-free housing stipend.
Weekly Pay: $2,223
Living in or around Hattiesburg is like a sweet slice of Southern charm with a splash of adventure. The weather is generally warm and inviting, with average highs ranging from the low 60s in winter to the low 90s in summer. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Longleaf Trace—a scenic trail perfect for biking, jogging, or just pretending you’re training for a marathon. For indoor fun, there’s the Hattiesburg Zoo, local art galleries, and cozy coffee shops that double as study spots or book club havens. Whether you’re kayaking on the Leaf River or catching a show at the Saenger Theater, Hattiesburg offers a laid-back lifestyle with just enough buzz to keep things interesting.
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
- Three (3) years of experience
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.