Clinical Lab Scientist

Job DutiesDuties may include, but are not limited to, any of the following:Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures such as routine, advanced, and complex procedures, including infectious disease molecular testing.Recognizes and defines testing problems and evaluates methods for solution.Evaluates guides or implements possible alternative approaches to standard methods.Selects, performs, evaluates, and monitors the performance of non-routine and specialized test procedures in accordance with established protocols.Performs complex tests and examinations.Performs and documents quality control and assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance using statistical principles and theories of performance improvement.Accurately analyzes and evaluates quality control results obtained before accepting and reporting patient test results.Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents, controls, and patient specimens when problems occur and notifies the supervisor if unable to solve the problem.Evaluates specimens for acceptability for proper testing.Investigates and documents problems with unacceptable specimens.Identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and presents solutions.Performs specialty assignments within section.Organizes workload for maximum efficiency in order to complete tests being performed.Recognizes limitations of specific methodologies and use professional judgment to select alternative or additional methodologies in order to obtain more meaningful results.Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, test sensitivity, and specific factors, which influence test results. Interprets results and suggests follow-up test selection or procedures.Provides effective and professional training to new hire medical technologists/technicians and other clinical staff on the theoretical and practical aspects of immunohematology in unique handling of specimens and testing procedures.Accepts referrals of abnormal and unusual results and observations from new laboratory personnel and advises on course of action.Performs and monitors quality control and measures to assure the accuracy and validity of test results.Obtains data and complies with the practice, procedures and techniques described in the quality improvement program.Maintains established record keeping systems to assure the accuracy and validity of patient testing results and data.Prepares preliminary and final reports.Performs other duties as assigned.Work Schedule: Various Shifts, rotating Weekend and HolidayFunctional Statement #: 12222FEDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more