MLS Student Trainee

3 weeks ago


Phoenix, Arizona, United States Labcorp Full time

Job Description

As a global leader in clinical laboratory testing, the mission of Labcorp is to improve health and improve lives. The Labcorp Medical Laboratory Science (LMLS) program in conjunction with the Labcorp Education Committee believe that the education of laboratory scientists provides a critical component to our mission. The LMLS is committed to providing its students with the most current and clinically relevant didactic theory-based curriculum and hands on practical experiences in hospitals, reference laboratories, and one of a kind esoteric testing centers. We strive to graduate competent and professional medical laboratory scientists that will partner with the broader healthcare community in improving outcomes.

Medical Laboratory Science Training Program:

Exciting opportunity to be part of the Labcorp Medical Laboratory Science Training Program as an MLS Student Trainee Student Trainees will be based in one of the following locations: Phoenix AZ, Birmingham AL, or Indianapolis, IN.

As a Labcorp MLS Student Trainee, you will have the opportunity to rotate through a combination of hospital and non-hospital laboratory settings while learning the theory behind medical laboratory practices. Didactic instruction will be provided virtually while clinical instruction will be provided in-person at clinical base or affiliate locations. As a student at Labcorp, you will have the opportunity to support meaningful work that compliment an education in STEM+ Business and Healthcare disciplines, and are inspiring and valuable in our mission to improve health and improve lives across the globe. In addition to didactic and clinical instruction, we support your professional development and career exploration through workshops/modules, leadership speakers, employee resource group introductions, panel discussions, and more.

Capitalize on a dedicated training and development program that will support your scientific and professional career aspirations, and take pride in delivering work that helps save the lives of millions of people around the world. Students that complete the program will be prepared for diverse responsibilities in areas of analysis and clinical decision-making, regulatory compliance, education, and quality assurance/performance improvement wherever laboratory testing is researched, developed, or performed.

Students that complete the program will be provided a certificate of completion. Please note Labcorp School of Medical Laboratory Science is currently seeking NAACLS approval. Students will be eligible to take a national certification examination upon full NAACLS program accreditation approval.

About the Teams:

  • The Diagnostic Core Laboratories support hundreds of routine tests as well as specialty diagnostic testing for several conditions such as cancer and chronic kidney disease. Student Trainees in Phoenix, Birmingham, and Indianapolis will train in the Core laboratory environment.
  • The Central Laboratories generate more clinical trial data than all other central laboratories combined. The central laboratory covers testing activities in Immunology, special chemistry, safety testing, genomics, histology, targeted cell isolation, flow cytometry, and microbiology. Student Trainees in Indianapolis will train in the Central Laboratory environment.
  • Hospital Laboratories perform complex tests and procedures that help healthcare professionals detect, diagnose, and trait diseases. This can include working with bacteria and other microorganisms, analysis of body fluids and chemical and hormonal contents, and transfusion medicine. Student trainees will rotate through a Hospital laboratory to complete rotations not covered in the Core or Central laboratories. These hospital labs will either be run by Labcorp due to a hospital group partnership, or located with one of our local affiliates.

MLS Student Trainee Assignment Summary:

  • Attend didactic lectures and successfully complete all coursework and related materials in the following content areas: Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis & Body Fluids, Immunohematology, Immunology & Molecular Methods, Clinical Microbiology, and Laboratory Operations Management and Education.
  • Successfully complete clinical rotations and related assignments in the following areas: Phlebotomy, Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis & Body Fluids, Immunohematology, Immunology & Molecular Methods, and Clinical Microbiology.
  • Demonstrate competency of course materials as outlined in each course objective by obtaining at least a 70% in each course examination and an overall 76% or greater overall course grade.
  • Complete all assigned supplemental assignments and attend all study sessions in preparation for the national certification examination.
  • Engage in professional development workshops and modules to enhance your business acumen and professional presence.

Student paid work hours

  • MLS Students are allowed to work paid hours outside of the clinical externship. Those that elect to work will be placed into the MLS Trainee Student Worker role.
  • Paid work hours are strictly voluntary, are not to exceed 20 hours per week unless approved by the Program Director and must be completed outside of clinical rotation hours.
  • During paid work hours, the student worker will assist with and perform duties related to the function of testing, recording of data, and releasing of results under the supervision of a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist. Note: Student trainees and student workers are NOT allowed to independently release patient results.

Education/Qualifications/Skills:

  • Formal acceptance into the Labcorp School of Medical Laboratory Science
  • Completion of all college/university requirements for graduation with a baccalaureate of science

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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