Medical Laboratory Scientist- Hospital

Job Description

Job Description

1.0 FTE - Rotating day/eve shift

Starting Pay - $33.02 to $41.28 (based on experience)

Offers for external candidates are generally made between the minimum and midpoint of the range, based on experience.

At Olmsted Medical Center, we value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. To keep up with the evolving trends, Olmsted Medical Center offers the following for employees who are employed at a 0.5 FTE or higher.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Adoption Assistance Plan

Minimum Qualifications:

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP or equivalent certification)
• Prior recent experience in Laboratory Science preferred
• Microbiology experience preferred
• Requires good communication skills and ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making in problem identification and resolution
• BLS certification

Core Competencies:

1. Technical Knowledge

• Demonstrates job appropriate technical skills
• Demonstrates job appropriate computer skills
• Follows instructions, policies, and procedures
• Complies with safety and infection control guidelines
• Complies with CAP/CLIA standards for the Clinical Laboratory

1. Problem Solving

• Anticipates problems and takes appropriate preventive action
• Identifies problems, evaluates alternatives, and responds appropriately
• Follows through with actions and communications

1. Customer Service

• First Impressions: We create an environment where everyone can feel welcome, comfortable, and respected.
• Patient-Centered Care: Patient expectations and needs come after internal convenience.
• Consistent Processes: We design, implement, and maintain consistent, patient-centered processes.
• Communications: We deliver timely, accurate, consistent, and understandable communications to everyone.
• Teamwork and Relationship Building: We are committed to being team players.
• Accountability: We are committed to excellence. As a team and as individuals, we are responsible for creating remarkable experiences for those we interact with. OMC Champion: I am an ambassador for OMC.

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates leadership in all aspects of laboratory practice and serves as a technical resource.
• Demonstrates proficiency in general laboratory practice including Blood Bank, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Immunology, Limited Microbiology, Microscopy, Molecular Microbiology, Phlebotomy, Urinalysis, and specimen handling and processing.
• Demonstrates working knowledge in contemporary laboratory accreditation and regulations and actively participates in the accreditation process.
• Successfully performs required quality control and proficiency testing and actively participates in evaluation of QC/PT data and development of corrective actions and follow-up, as needed.
• Actively participates in quality management process, as needed.
• Performs required preventative maintenance on analytical equipment and troubleshoots problems with appropriate follow-up.
• Maintains accurate records of testing, quality control, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Serves as a resource for clinicians and Branch Clinic Laboratory personnel, as needed.
• Instructs patients in proper collection procedures.
• Actively participates in review/revision of laboratory procedures and policies on an ongoing basis.
• Assists with the evaluation and development of new or improved test systems, as assigned.
• Assists with new employee orientation and competency assessment with performance evaluation and documentation.
• Complies with organization/department policies, procedures, and requirements for mandatory education, as required.
• Actively participates in maintaining a safe work environment.
• Actively participates in maintenance and management of adequate inventory with required documentation.
• Performs other duties as requested.