Medical Laboratory Scientist - Traveler

Job TitleJob Responsibilities:Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test resultMaintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimensAnalyze specimens using approved testing proceduresReview and release test resultsFollow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelinesAdhere to the laboratory's quality control policiesFollow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performanceIdentify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisorDocument all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specificationsFollow department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clientsIf applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnelMaintain complete records of all testing performed on-siteMaintain general appearance of the departmentMake sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened datesReview/train on new proceduresAttend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetingsParticipate in all applicable safety training sessionsIf needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspectionsPerform other duties as directed by supervisorRequired Knowledge:A solid understanding of basic laboratory testing is required for this positionThe successful candidate must possess good computer skills and be able to adapt to working in multiple computer systemsMust have knowledge of QC and QA as well as knowledge of all areas of the laboratoryEducation:BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 published in March 14, 1990Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation)United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcriptA successful candidate should possess or be eligible for national certification as an MT / MLT from a recognized organization (ASCP or AMT)Work Experience:1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferredMinimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or BiologyNational and State licensure as requiredSpecial Requirements:Must have the ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneouslyMust interact with other departmentsContact with clients may be required, good customer service skills are importantMust protect patient confidentiality at all times