Technical Lab - Medical Laboratory Scientist

Technical Lab - Medical Laboratory Scientist

Shift/Time Zone: 2nd shift Sunday- Thursday, 3 pm-11:30pm 4+ months

Job Responsibilities

• Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result
• Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures
• Review and release test results
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies
• Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications
• Follow department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clients
• If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel
• Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site
• Maintain general appearance of the department
• Make sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates
• Review/train on new procedures
• Attend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings
• Participate in all applicable safety training sessions
• If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor

Required Knowledge

A solid understanding of basic laboratory testing is required for this position. The successful candidate must possess good computer skills and be able to adapt to working in multiple computer systems. Must have knowledge of QC and QA as well as knowledge of all areas of the laboratory.

Education

BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 published in March 14, 1990. Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation). United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript. A successful candidate should possess or be eligible for national certification as an MT / MLT from a recognized organization (ASCP or AMT).

Work Experience

1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred. Minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology. National and State licensure as required.

Special Requirements

1. Must have the ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously. 2. Must interact with other departments. 3. Contact with clients may be required, good customer service skills are important. 4. Must protect patient confidentiality at all times.