Clinical Lab Scientist Job Description

Clinical Lab Scientist Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Clinical Lab Scientist to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Reviews current literature and attends meetings and seminars to keep informed of new developments in field;
  • Performs a full range of laboratory tests from simple blood tests to more complex tests;
  • Operates, maintains, calibrates and troubleshoots instruments;
  • Performs other duties as assigned;
  • Maintains accuracy of equipment and reagents by performing established preventive maintenance procedures;
  • Escalates unusual, critical or abnormal results;
  • Operates complex electronic equipment, computers and precision instruments;
  • Assists in the proficiency testing program in the lab;
  • Performs and evaluates quality control procedures;
  • Assists with the proper storage of hazardous materials;
  • Assists providers in choosing appropriate lab test;
  • Interprets test reports and communicates findings to physicians.

Requirements:

  • Blood Bank experience required;
  • Requires 2 years minimum experience as either an MLT or MLS;
  • Allscripts experience required;
  • Must be ASCP certified;
  • Note additional requirements for regional flow cytometry (los angeles).