Job Details

St. Luke's Health System is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist for a job in Meridian, Idaho.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Medical Lab Scientist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• Shift: 8 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Staff

Overview

At St. Luke's, we pride ourselves on fostering a workplace culture that values diversity, promotes collaboration, and prioritizes employee well-being. Our commitment to excellence in patient care extends to creating an environment where our team can thrive both personally and professionally. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive community of colleagues, St. Luke's is truly a great place to work.

Overview

St. Luke's Health System in Meridian, Idaho is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist 3 to join our Meridian Laboratory team.

The Medical Lab Scientist 3 is responsible for performing routine tests in clinical laboratories for use in treatment and diagnosis of diseases. Handles complex issues and problems and possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A degree of creativity and latitude is required. Acts as a mentor/trainer/preceptor to all members of team.

Unit/Position Summary

This role is an night shift position and will work 1-2 shifts per pay period (2 weeks) and cover additional PTO for other team members.

What to expect:

• Tests specimens in an accurate, organized and prioritized manner following laboratory procedures and policies to ensure quality and time guidelines in accordance with all regulatory agency requirements.
• Collects a variety of specimens as required by specific section needs, with skill and sensitivity to needs of the patient.
• Ensures specimens are properly identified, collected, labeled and stored.
• Performs instrument maintenance according to section procedures.
• Provides mentorship & training to others.
• Maintains inventory of supplies.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment.
• Follows department policy maintaining all necessary records and documentation.
• Ensures input is accurate and complete.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree.
• Experience: 4 years' experience.
• Certification: Must have one of the following:
• Blood Banking (ASCP_BB)
• Chemistry (ASCP_C)
• Cytogenetics (CYGT)
• Hematology (ASCP_H)
• Microbiology (ASCP_M)
• Molecular Biology (ASCP_MB)
• Medical Lab Scientist (ASCP_MLS or AMT_MLS)
• Medical Technologist (ASCP_MT or AMT_MT)

What's in it for you

At St. Luke's, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission – and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Virgin Pulse Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.

St. Luke's is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.

*Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.

St. Luke's Health System Job ID #2025-102367. Posted job title: Medical Lab Scientist 3

About St. Luke's Health System

Benefits

• Wellness and fitness programs
• Discount program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Employee assistance programs
• Continuing Education
• Medical benefits
• 403b retirement plan
• Dental benefits
• Sick pay
• Vision benefits