Medical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Laboratory Scientist Hematology Perform and analyze clinical laboratory tests in all laboratory disciplines by standard operating policies and procedures. Understand method principles, perform quality control, preventative maintenance, review and analyze results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits. Minimum Qualifications Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided. In West Virginia: Medical Laboratory Scientist license or Trainee license. Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Science or Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science, or 30 or more years of previous experience concurrent with CLIA grandfathered exception. Preferred Qualifications Certification as a Medical Technologist/ Medical Lab Scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT). Experience as a Medical Technologist. Core Duties and Responsibilities Process and analyze samples in a timely and orderly fashion, and meet usual and customary levels of productivity, while following procedures for accurate identification. Set up, run, maintain, and adjust laboratory instruments according to policies and procedures. Take appropriate action for quality control in all technical areas and follow infection control procedures. May perform quality control summaries. Perform phlebotomy procedures on patients as needed. Complete forms and report findings to nurses and/or physicians. Interact with other healthcare workers to solve problems and interpret patient lab results within the framework of medical technology. Perform routine and basic laboratory testing within a designated area in the clinical laboratory. Recognize testing inconsistency and take appropriate corrective action. Maintain all patent and specimen records accurately, neatly, and legibly. Follow hospital, state, and federal guidelines for ensuring a safe environment for workers, patients, and public. Maintain compliance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures for safety, security, and infection control. Communicate and interact with patients, families, visitors, physicians, departmental and hospital staff, and the public in a manner that demonstrates professionalism and concern for their individual needs. Physical Requirements Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment. May sit for extended period of time. Working Environment Work around strong or unpleasant odors. May be exposed to agents which may cause serious disease. Skills and Abilities Able to multitask and handle stressful situations. Able to communicate effectively. Able to work well as a team with co-workers, supervisors and all other staff/customers, including patients. Knowledge of basic computer skills. Additional Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Day (United States of America) Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company: THOM Thomas Hospitals Cost Center: 112 THOM Clinical Labs Address: 4605 Maccorkle Ave SW, South Charleston, West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr