Lab Internship - Fairfield Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

16

Work Shift:

Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

Mercy Health

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Lab Internship – Fairfield Hospital

Job Summary:

The Laboratory Internship will play a key role in assisting physicians by performing all aspects of testing on blood, tissues, and other bodily fluids to measure the substances that contribute to the diagnosis as well as the treatment of a condition for the patient. In addition, the Lab Intern will be responsible for quality control, instrument operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Essential Functions: 

• Performs waived and moderate complexity laboratory diagnostic test of specimens to interpret, document, and report test results 
• Verify analytic accuracy, precision, sensitivity, and reference ranges for test methods
• Complete in-house quality checks verifications on lab equipment and instrumentation
• Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly 
• Organize/maintain the inventory of laboratory supplies
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• High School Degree or GED
• Currently enrolled in an accredited Health Science program (MLS/MLT) leading to an associates or bachelor’s degree 

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-pasted environment 
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional man

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. 

What we offer
•    Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
•    Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
•    Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
•    Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
 

Department:

Core Laboratory - Fairfield

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected].