Clinical/Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician - Transfusion Service - Kings Hwy

About the role

This job receives and prepares specimens according to standard protocols and procedures; performs laboratory tests and calculations to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease; performs quality control procedures and evaluates test performance and results; calibrates, maintains and monitors equipment used in analytical determinations; performs phlebotomy procedures as appropriate; and maintains confidentiality of patient related information.

Responsibilities

• Performs, develops and interprets routine and/or specialized laboratory testing independently without error, within established time frames.
• Analyzes and records quality control and instrument maintenance/troubleshooting making judgments concerning results, and takes appropriate action necessary to maintain accuracy and precision.
• Escalates appropriately when results are out of control and ensures adequate documentation of corrective action.
• Adheres to regulatory compliance guidelines and maintains an awareness of accreditation standards for laboratories by reviewing the most current checklist/standards.
• Follows safety guidelines, OIG compliance requirements and follows protocol for proficiency testing of samples.
• Participates in performance improvement opportunities by assisting in the collection and analysis of data and supports business development and cost reduction initiatives by managing supply and reagent inventory.

Requirements

Preferred Education Required - Bachelor's Degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science. Copy of Transcript.

Preferred Work Experience Required - None.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Required - Associate's Degree/College Diploma in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science Required - OR - military MLT certificate. Required - Copy of Transcript.

Minimum Work Experience Preferred - Hospital or Clinical Laboratory Testing experience.

Skills

Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.

Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.

Good analytical and problem solving skills.

Demonstrates good judgement in performing duties and conflict resolution.

Good interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Not specified.