ChristianaCare is currently recruiting for a Medical Laboratory Scientist I to work in the Molecular Diagnostics Lab. The work hours are 12:30pm to 9pm. Every 3rd weekend required. Holidays as required.

In this role you will perform Performs Genetic testing and associated activities to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

• Performs all test procedures accurately as listed in the Molecular Diagnostic procedure manual.

• Verifies specimen identification, processes order, adheres to established turnaround times, documents call, and verifies critical values.

• Follows established quality control procedures, documenting corrective action as necessary.

• Performs and records all scheduled instrument preventive maintenance procedures. Performs basic troubleshooting and calls appropriate hotlines, and documents.

• Follows all CCHS and laboratory safety policies. Reviews laboratory safety manual annually.

• Cooperates with supervisors and co-workers and maintains a good rapport with other departments. Presents a professional, well-groomed appearance always. Answers the telephone courteously and promptly.

• Participates in quality assurance as directed by section manager.

• Attends departmental inservice meetings as required.

• Assists with training of new employees and students.

• Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices; reports to the supervisor, in a timely fashion, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients or visitors.

• Performs other related duties as directed.

• BS in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science

• BS in a chemical, physical, biological science

• 1-2 years' experience in a Molecular Diagnostic Lab is desirable.

• Knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and procedures.

• Knowledge of infection prevention techniques and procedures.

• Knowledge of quality assurance principles and techniques.

• Ability to understand CCHS and departmental laboratory policies and procedures.

When you become an employee at ChristianaCare, you are joining a robust healthcare organization that truly cares about their patients and their caregivers. For the second consecutive year, Forbes magazine has ranked ChristianaCare as one of the best large health systems to work for in the United States! Guided by excellence and love, our Caregivers enjoy a multitude of employee benefits that include:

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision and other insurance benefits

• 403 (b) with an employer match

• Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out

• 12 week paid parental leave

ChristianaCare, headquartered in Wilmington, DE employs over 13,000 caregivers with three acute care hospitals (1,336 beds), extensive network of primary care and outpatient specialty services, home health care, urgent care centers and free-standing emergency department. We have locations in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Our Christiana campus offers a Level I trauma center, Level III neonatal intensive care unit, comprehensive stroke center and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care and women's health. ChristianaCare is ranked by Healthgrades as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals and continually ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, and other national quality ratings. We're a nonprofit teaching health system with more than 260 residents and fellows.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.