<p>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.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>Continuing education and career development opportunities</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>196-bed full-service acute care hospital opened in 2004, serving the greater Bartlett and Memphis metro region</li> <li>Processes and tests all specimen types across laboratory disciplines; performs high-complexity testing per CLIA regulations (42 CFR 493.1489 / 493.1491)</li> <li>Responsible for review and reporting of laboratory results with accuracy and timeliness</li> <li>Performs operational duties, preventive maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment</li> <li>Assists with new equipment validation and implementation projects</li> <li>Participates in employee training and competency assessment programs</li> <li>Regulatory compliance responsibilities encompassing CAP, TJC, AABB, and other applicable accrediting agencies</li> <li>Quality assurance, quality control, and instrument maintenance duties integral to the role</li> <li>Serves as a resource and subject-matter expert to other laboratory personnel</li> <li>Hospital services supported include 24-hour emergency department, critical care, cardiac care, oncology, urology, physical therapy, and a 16-bed orthopedic/spine unit</li> <li>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</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>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</li> <li>Registered or registry-eligible through an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT, or CSMLS); registry must be obtained within 12 months of hire</li> <li>Non-U.S.-trained personnel must complete equivalency evaluation through ECE, NACES, or AICE within 30 days of hire</li> <li>State licensure as required by Tennessee</li> <li>Preferred: 6 months to 1 year of medical laboratory technologist or clinical laboratory scientist experience in an acute care facility</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>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.</p>