Clinical Laboratory Extern - Chemistry

Clinical Laboratory Extern

Cabell Huntington Hospital is accepting applications for a casual, as needed Clinical Laboratory Extern for our Chemistry Lab Department.

Under the supervision of the Director of Laboratory Services, Shift Supervisor or authorized designee, and pursuant to Federal Regulations, clinical oversight by the Medical Director or appointed Pathologist, performs a variety of duties, including but not limited to routine clerical functions, performs computer entry of physician orders, screens phone calls for test information, data entry and retrieval of patient's results, helps support the Laboratory computer system to ensure efficient operation of the Laboratory work flow. Performs laboratory tests in one or more of the fields of hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, biochemistry, microbiology, serology, and immunohematology in order to obtain data for use by the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Performs and monitors daily quality control and instrument maintenance. Observes laboratory safety regulations.

High School diploma or equivalent with classes in advanced sciences (Chemistry, Physics and Biology II) required.

Enrollment in certified Medical Technology program or meeting regulatory requirements necessary to sit for a registry exam required.