Clinical Lab Scient Per Diem Night

Position Summary

Reporting to the CLS Lead, the Clinical Laboratory Scientist is a Licensed Medical Technologist whose primary responsibility is to perform laboratory testing on patient samples. In this capacity the CLS performs the pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical testing and is responsible for quality control, equipment maintenance and all reporting and documentation.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Processes samples and performs the required sample transport, accessioning and pre-analytical processing.
• Performs all aspects of laboratory testing and according to standard operating procedures to include pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical phases.
• Demonstrates the required skill set to solve most problems and handles difficult situations with little or no supervision.
• Has the written and oral communicative abilities adequate to comprehend technical material and communicate with medical professionals.
• Adheres to the required quality control set up and review.
• Maintains a level of understanding for quality control requirements for review and approval prior to patient sample testing.
• Performs the required equipment maintenance based on bench assignment within specified timeframes and maintains accurate and complete documentation.
• Takes the initiative for equipment maintenance log replacement as needed.
• Demonstrates the required competency with instrument/equipment operation.
• Able to trouble shoot and follow through with service repair to ensure instrument is functioning in a timely manner.
• Adheres to the required documentation when using supplies.
• Performs parallel testing as required.
• Affords assistance with ordering, labeling and putting supplies away - demonstrates self-direction with inventory management.
• Maintains an organized and clean work environment.

Position Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Qualifications/Experience: 1 year clinical Laboratory experience
• Special Skills/Knowledge: Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Proficient with computer.