Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Job TitleThe Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs work in the HLA/ Tissue Typing laboratory section of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service Line. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist rotates through the HLA laboratory benches including processing, Single Antigen, NGS and others. Works off-hour shifts, weekends, holidays, nights, and call-back as priorities demonstrate a need.Major duties include, but are not limited to the following:Evaluates the suitability of the specimen for analysis and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis ensuring physiologic processes and requirements.Selects, performs, evaluates, and monitors the performance of test procedures using manual and/or instrumental techniques in accordance with established protocols. Recognizes and reacts to indicators of malfunction; locates and implements corrections.Performs and documents quality control and assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance using statistical principles and theories of performance improvement.Calibrate, standardizes, adjusts and maintains instruments. Verifies correct instrument operation using established procedures and quality control checks and monitoring and performs preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment. Identifies the cause of common problems and makes simple repairs.Evaluates the validity of data in relation to the test system and accepted assay procedures. Correlates quantitative data with patient data (i.e., history, medications) to verify results. Performs complex laboratory procedures and analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles. Identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and presents solutions.Performs additional tests to clarify or confirm interpretation of abnormal patient results. Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, test sensitivity, and specific factors which influence test results. Recognizes abnormal results that require immediate attention by the physician and reports them directly.Responsible for the generation of laboratory results from the work area into the laboratory computer system and for the editing and verification of the results recorded into the computer system.Instructs, assists, and advises medical technicians, residents, hospital staff, patients and students as necessary regarding questions, but not limited to, patient testing, specimen collection, equipment, ordering requirements, incorporating principles of educational methodology, etc.Develops, performs, evaluates, interprets, correlates and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results in line with current regulations. Adheres to practices and regulations governing biosafety and biosecurity in the workplace.Evaluates and implements new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of equipment, method comparison, and establishment of reference intervals using statistical methods and theoretical knowledge. Interprets findings and makes recommendations.Assists with laboratory projects and improvements such as safety, quality control monitoring, supplies and reagent monitoring and ordering and analyzer specialist.Communicates effectively and courteously while working as a healthcare team member. Organizes work and sets priorities to meet deadlines.Adheres to all facility, local, state and federal safety requirements.Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8am - 4:30pm; and on callTelework: Ad-HocVirtual: This is not a virtual position.Functional Statement #: 000000Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not AuthorizedEDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact View email address on click.appcast.io, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn morePermanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized