Clinical Lab Scientist/Med Tech - Blood Bank

Responsibilities

• Performs both basic and advanced emergency, therapeutic, and diagnostic laboratory procedures with knowledge regarding age specific laboratory needs.
• Calibrates, standardizes, operates, maintains, and troubleshoots various instruments following established procedures.
• Performs quality control to ensure proper functioning of instruments, reagents, and procedures.
• Recognizes instrument malfunctions or out-of-control test results and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Responsible for all documentation required for the tasks performed.
• Adheres to infection control and safety practices according to policies and procedures.
• Trains and teaches theory and practical applications to others as directed by laboratory management.
• Participates and/or assists in teaching continuing education courses.
• Inventsories and stocks supplies. Checks, inspects, and ensures proper storage and handling.
• Answers inquiries about test results, methodology, specificity, sensitivity, and interpretation.
• May be assigned as “Charge Tech” as required.

Qualifications

• Board certification, in Laboratory Science by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or the American Medical Technologists (AMT) is required.
• Successfully completed annual laboratory competency testing.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak and comprehend English.
• Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Frequent interaction with others in the Laboratory and other departments in person, by telephone or by email, to resolve issues with patient care.

About the role

Provides quality laboratory results for inpatient and outpatient customers according to established policies and procedures.

Benefits

Includes exposure to human body fluids, disease, infection, laboratory chemicals and hazardous material. Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment.

Pay

$10,000 sign-on bonus for full-time position

Schedule

Regular Full-Time (72 to 80 hours bi-weekly)