Medical Lab Scientist
St. Mary’s Health & Clearwater Valley Health
Description SIGN ON BONUS! Responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures. Essential Job Functions:
- Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor.
- Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
- According to policy and procedures performs daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed, maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate. Performs calibration of equipment as required.
- Reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
- Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient specimens when problems occur. Notifies the supervisor if unable to solve the problem.
- Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions and safety procedures. When handling blood and/or body fluids, universal precaution procedures will be followed in order to minimize exposure to infectious diseases. Safety policies and procedures will be followed when using chemicals.
- Performs phlebotomy (venipunctures, finger sticks, and bleeding times) as appropriate for the patient requiring this procedure.
- Will be assigned to proportionate share of call with other laboratory staff.
- Follows hospital exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.
- Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times. Follows HIPAA regulations and policies.
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function.
- Communicate with patients, families and co-workers in person, in writing and on telephone.
- Experience performing accurate and appropriate testing of specimens.
- Associate's degree in a relevant science required, bachelor's degree preferred. MLT (ASCP) or equivalent registration or has completed a technician training program in a school accredited/approved by HHS, or MLT eligible under Medicare laboratory regulations.
- 6 months internship; preferred.
- Four months' clinical laboratory internship preferred.
- ASCP or similar certification is preferred.
- Able to multitask and prioritize.
- Familiar with EMR system and accurate data entry skills.
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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