Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

Summary

Incorporates all aspects of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist I. Demonstrates a competent level of laboratory skills. Performs a variety of laboratory tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Additional Information

Incorporates all aspects of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist I. Demonstrates a competent level of laboratory skills. Performs a variety of laboratory tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Required Work Experience

• 1 year of experience

Related Field

• 1 year of experience

Required Certifications

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - ASCP
• Medical Technologist (MT-AMT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Medical Technologist (MT-ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology
• Medical Technologist (MT-NCA) - American Society for Clinical Pathology

Department

• CC014090 Lab - Hematology

Description

• Performs laboratory procedures then calculates, transcribes and records test results.
• Prepares and manages specimens for analysis, refers results to Pathology, correlates results and communicates and documents findings in systems and via reports.
• Identifies normal vs. abnormal results; communicates and documents critical values to the appropriate caregiver.
• Performs quality control testing procedures and evaluates data, taking necessary corrective actions.
• Performs manual results review and Proficiency Testing.
• Performs maintenance and/or calibration procedures on laboratory instruments and/or equipment then troubleshoots instruments and/or test system malfunctions.
• Assumes responsibility for workflow and complies with hospital and laboratory policies and procedures.
• Inventories supplies, reagents and specimens, stock levels and stock rotations.
• Provides research, development, and/or validation of new policies, procedures and/or instruments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.