Medical Laboratory Scientist

Laboratory TechnicianThis role is a PRN role to provide coverage during the weekday as needed, availability during weekday working hours is required (Monday - Friday 7am - 3:30pm).General Summary of PositionPerforms a variety of routine and special laboratory procedures in one or more laboratory sections. Evaluates and reports results for use in patient diagnosis and treatment.Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesContributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.Maintains inventory supply; stocks and maintains neat orderly work area.Operates and maintains laboratory equipment in areas of assignment; troubleshoots problems; and validates and documents information as required per standard protocol.Participates in surveys conducts established quality control of procedures evaluates results implements corrective action when indicated and ensures accuracy of test results.Performs a wide variety of routine and special procedures following prescribed protocol and using manual or automated methods; calculates and reports results as established; consults with pathologist regarding difficult analysis or abnormal findings.Prepares and evaluates statistical data cost analysis and daily tallies for monthly reports.Prepares evaluates and labels reagents media etc. per procedure.Processes specimens ensuring accuracy of identification; confidentiality of information; and appropriate preparation storage and transportation; may perform specimen procurement as required.Sets up and evaluates new procedures; performs comparison studies for linearity precision accuracy etc.; and determines normal ranges.Trains new employees and students. Instructs others in new procedures; evaluates and documents performance.Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.Minimal QualificationsBachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related science, required orAssociate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology may be considered.Licenses and CertificationsASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist ASCP, preferred.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesVerbal and written communication skills.Basic computer skills preferred.This position has a hiring range of USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /Hr.