Clinical Lab Scientist

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Work Shift

Please see job description for details.

Time Type

Full time

Department

CC014080 Lab - Chemistry

Summary

Full Time, Thursday-Sunday, 8:30pm-7am

Additional Information

Incorporates all aspects of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist I. Demonstrates a competent level of laboratory skills. Performs a variety of laboratory tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Recommended Education

Required Work Experience

Recommended Work Experience

Related Field - 1 year of experience

Required Certifications

1 of the following certifications is required - , Must obtain within 1 year - Must obtain within 1 year

Recommended Certifications

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - ASCP, Medical Technologist (MT-AMT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT), Medical Technologist (MT-ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology, Medical Technologist (MT-NCA) - American Society for Clinical Pathology

Description

• Performs laboratory procedures then calculates, transcribes and records test results.
• Prepares and manages specimens for analysis, refers results to Pathology, correlates results and communicates and documents findings in systems and via reports.
• Identifies normal vs. abnormal results; communicates and documents critical values to the appropriate caregiver.
• Performs quality control testing procedures and evaluates data, taking necessary corrective actions.
• Performs manual results review and Proficiency Testing.
• Performs maintenance and/or calibration procedures on laboratory instruments and/or equipment then troubleshoots instruments and/or test system malfunctions.
• Assumes responsibility for workflow and complies with hospital and laboratory policies and procedures.
• Inventories supplies, reagents and specimens, stock levels and stock rotations.
• Provides research, development, and/or validation of new policies, procedures and/or instruments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.