Saint Francis Hospital – Bartlett is recruiting a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) / Medical Technologist to join its full-service laboratory team at its 196-bed acute care campus in Bartlett, Tennessee. This is a hands-on, high-complexity testing role spanning all major laboratory disciplines, with additional responsibility for instrumentation troubleshooting, regulatory compliance, and staff training — making it an excellent fit for an experienced MLS ready to serve as a departmental resource and subject-matter expert.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Continuing education and career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- 196-bed full-service acute care hospital opened in 2004, serving the greater Bartlett and Memphis metro region
- Processes and tests all specimen types across laboratory disciplines; performs high-complexity testing per CLIA regulations (42 CFR 493.1489 / 493.1491)
- Responsible for review and reporting of laboratory results with accuracy and timeliness
- Performs operational duties, preventive maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment
- Assists with new equipment validation and implementation projects
- Participates in employee training and competency assessment programs
- Regulatory compliance responsibilities encompassing CAP, TJC, AABB, and other applicable accrediting agencies
- Quality assurance, quality control, and instrument maintenance duties integral to the role
- Serves as a resource and subject-matter expert to other laboratory personnel
- Hospital services supported include 24-hour emergency department, critical care, cardiac care, oncology, urology, physical therapy, and a 16-bed orthopedic/spine unit
- Recognized with the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus Achievement Award, Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Score, and Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and/or graduate of an accredited school of medical technology; equivalent military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489 also accepted; or qualification at the Medical Technologist level via satisfactory HHS examination grade prior to 2/28/92 per 42 CFR 493.1491
- Registered or registry-eligible through an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT, or CSMLS); registry must be obtained within 12 months of hire
- Non-U.S.-trained personnel must complete equivalency evaluation through ECE, NACES, or AICE within 30 days of hire
- State licensure as required by Tennessee
- Preferred: 6 months to 1 year of medical laboratory technologist or clinical laboratory scientist experience in an acute care facility
About the Community
Bartlett is a consistently top-ranked suburb of Memphis, Tennessee, known for its highly rated public schools, low crime, and strong sense of community — regularly appearing on national "best places to live" lists. Residents enjoy easy access to the full cultural, culinary, and entertainment offerings of Memphis, including world-famous music history, professional sports, and the Mississippi Riverfront, while living in a quieter, family-friendly environment with a lower cost of living than many comparable metro areas. The mid-South climate, affordable housing, and proximity to outdoor recreation along the Wolf River Greenway make Bartlett an attractive destination for healthcare professionals at any career stage.