LAB - Medical Lab Scientist (MLS/MT) PRN

Purpose of the Position

The purpose of a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS/MT) is to obtain specimens for laboratory testing, perform laboratory tests on various instruments and consisting of hematological, blood banking, chemical, microscopic, or microbiology examinations. Sets up laboratory instruments; performs and assesses quality control studies; maintains and repairs laboratory instruments. Shows ability to work with a minimum of supervision. Demonstrates good judgement in reviewing test results. Uses good technique consistently.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Duty 1: Organizes department

  • Develops orientation protocol.
  • Orients and teaches students as necessary.
  • Keeps abreast of new techniques in the field by reading and attending meetings.
  • Participates actively in laboratory staff meetings.
  • Keeps aware of posted information from memos, minutes of meetings and department communication logs.

• Duty 2: Customer Interaction

  • Uses customer's name and smiles when communicating.
  • Is timely in response to customers' needs.
  • Communicates using BVHA script and practices effective communication skills.
  • Maintains clean, neat, professional appearance.

• Duty 3: Specimen Collection and Processing

  • Obtains blood specimens using correct technique, labels legibly and completely.
  • Processes laboratory requisitions and specimens.
  • Maintains adequate supplies for assigned departments.
  • Ensures work area is clean and neat.
  • Disinfects area regularly.

• Duty 4: Equipment Maintenance and Data Recording

  • Performs routine daily set-up and maintenance procedures on laboratory equipment.
  • Records all data in proper place, evaluates and repairs if data is outside specifications.
  • Informs Coordinator or Laboratory Director of any malfunctioning equipment or reagents.
  • Troubleshoots, repairs, or calls repair person when necessary.
  • Works with Coordinator to evaluate and set up new laboratory procedures or instruments.

• Duty 5: Quality Control and Reporting

  • Completes assignments reflecting an average rating or better for quality of work.
  • Willing to assist other laboratory personnel as time permits.
  • Works at a suitable pace.
  • Maintains organization of area in spite of frequent interruptions.

• Duty 6: Quality Control Records

  • Maintains quality control records.
  • Affirms quality control results to ensure good test results are reported.
  • Follows proper procedure when found to be in an out-of-control situation.
  • Communicates quality control or instrument problems to other personnel, especially between shifts.
  • Reviews quality control data to ensure good quality of work is being maintained.
  • Correctly monitors and evaluates quality control information.

• Duty 7: Result Recording and Review

  • Properly records results on report forms including date and initials.
  • Shows good judgment in determining accuracy of reported laboratory results.
  • Consistently reviews other pertinent laboratory data to better assess abnormal test results.

• Duty 8: Time Management and Prioritization

  • Interacts well with patients and physicians.
  • Interacts well with other professionals both inside and outside the lab.
  • Maintains a cheerful professional manner.
  • Makes suggestions in a positive, tactful manner.
  • Plans for the effective insertion of STATS into a busy schedule.
  • Uses systematic approach to all areas of work.

• Duty 9: Occupational Exposure

  • This position is classified "at risk" for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HCV, HIV, etc.).
  • Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.
  • Individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area's policies and procedures.

• Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of a NAACLS approved medical laboratory scientist educational program with clinical experience and coursework necessary to be Board Eligible to take MLS(ASCP) or MT(ASCP) registry exam.
  • Applicant must be certified or must become certified as one of the following within 12 months of hire date: MLS/MT(ASCP).
  • College transcript required.
  • Customer focused, service oriented, and able to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form.
  • Able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • Able to organize, prioritize, work in a fast-paced environment, and have excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required along with a demonstration of leadership.
  • Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served.
  • Knowledge of computers, telephone operations, and other office equipment necessary to carry out the duties of this position.

• Preferred Qualifications

  • Member of a professional laboratory organization.

• Physical Demands

  • Requires a full range of body motion with intermittent walking, lifting, bending, climbing, squatting, kneeling, twisting, sitting, and standing.
  • Must be able to lift twenty to fifty pounds and reach work above the shoulders.
  • Must have excellent verbal communication skills to perform daily tasks.
  • This position requires corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.
  • Must be able to work at a high rate of speed.
  • This position is classified "at risk" for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.).