Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern - Laboratory - PT - Variable

Required Experience: Qualifications Coursework or experience in laboratory or specimen collection or testing. Preferred Skills and AbilitiesStrong communication, organization, and analytical skills. Required Ability to manage time effectively and work independently or collaboratively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or relevant tools. Full-time availability during the internship period. Professional conduct and accountability. Willingness to learn and take initiative. Timely completion of assigned tasks and deliverables. Respect for confidentiality.

What you will do: The Intern will support laboratory operations through administrative, analytical, and project based activities. Uphold patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations. Participate in team meetings and laboratory activities. Process and handle blood and biological specimens according to established procedures. Supports testing in assigned departments. Preparation, labeling and staining of slides Microbiology culture set-up Preparation of reagents, standards and controls Running analytical instrumentation under the supervision of technical staff Monitor the add-on work queue and retrieve specimens for further testing. Maintain inventory and cleanliness of the department/bench where assigned. Support research, data analysis, and special lab projects. Assist with supply inventory and evaluation of new products. Conduct background investigation/research or data collection to support lab initiatives. Present a summary of internship accomplishments at completion. Other duties as assigned. Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options: Position is Not Patient Facing. Remote Work GuidelinesWorkspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work CapabilityOn-Site; No Remote Scope. No Supervisory Responsibility. No Budget Responsibility. Physical DemandsBalancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 Hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 Hours Handling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Operate Foot Controls: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours Reaching (Overhead): Rarely less than 1 hour Repetitive Motions: Frequently 3-5 Hours Sitting: Frequently 3-5 Hours Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Stooping: Rarely less than 1 hour Talking: Frequently 3-5 Hours Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Working Conditions Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Equal Opportunity StatementStormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications. Stormont Vail Health is a nonprofit integrated health system that has been serving the health care needs of Kansas for more than 130 years. Stormont Vail has been recognized as a Magnet organization since 2009 by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. It is composed of Stormont Vail Hospital, a 586-bed acute care hospital, and Cotton O’Neil Clinic, a multi-specialty physician group with more than 500 providers, which includes more than 250 physicians. Nearly 5,300 employees provide care and support services for patients in the hospital and 35 other locations, including the Cotton O’Neil Heart Center, Cancer Center, Diabetes & Endocrinology Center, Digestive Health Center, Pediatrics clinics and 10 regional primary care clinics. Stormont Vail Health is committed to its mission of improving the health of the community by being a national leader in providing compassionate, high quality and efficient integrated care through collaboration that results in a healthier community.