Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician

About the Role

ChristianaCare is seeking Medical Laboratory Scientists (MLS) and Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT) to join our General Laboratory team. Opportunities are available for multiple shifts and schedules at Christiana Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory testing accurately and efficiently
• Operate and maintain automated laboratory instrumentation
• Perform quality control and document appropriate corrective actions
• Verify critical values, specimen identification, and test results
• Help ensure STAT and routine testing meets established turnaround times
• Follow laboratory quality, infection prevention, and safety standards
• Collaborate with laboratory and clinical colleagues to support exceptional patient care

Schedules

• Evening Shift: 2:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
• Day Shift: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
• Full-Time Flex - Evening Shift: 2:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
• Weekend rotation: Every other weekend required
• Holiday rotation: 2–3 holidays per year required
• Eligible evening and weekend hours receive additional shift differential pay.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Biochemistry, or an equivalent bachelor’s degree that includes completion of required clinical laboratory rotations through an approved education program.

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology.

Preferred

• ASCP certification
• Knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and procedures
• Experience with automated laboratory equipment
• Ability to manage multiple tests and priorities with accuracy

Additional Information

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. ChristianaCare will not sponsor applicants for employment visas.
• Hourly Pay Range: $29.80 - $44.71