Medical Lab Scientist

Job Specifics

Benefits Eligible: Yes
Shift Details: Overnights, 7 on/7 off

About the Role

Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, the Medical Laboratory Technician performs a variety of laboratory tests of varying complexity to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Caregivers in this role will gain valuable experience and knowledge to help prepare them for workplace and career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and appropriate testing on laboratory specimens/collections according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
• Report results in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient specimen/product problems using standard laboratory technique as required.
• Conduct verification tests on new products, instruments, procedures which includes comparisons, statistical analysis as requested.
• Maintain workflow in clinical laboratory through proficiency in testing and maintaining work areas, supply stock, monitoring and assistance in management of inventory.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or at least 60 semester hours of an accredited MLT program along with national certification, MLT (ASCP or approved accrediting agency), or equivalent (military) certification as determined by Manager.
• Degree must be obtained through an accredited institution.
• Completion of course work and internship requirements in a qualified MLT program and eligibility to sit for the BOC.
• Certification must be completed and documented within 6 months of hire to remain in the registered MLS role.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts that may include weekends, holidays and nights.
• Experience with laboratory information systems, Preferred.
• Experience in relevant areas of the clinical laboratory, Preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to use laboratory systems, databases, and spreadsheets, Preferred.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills using email, telephone, and in person, Preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items.
• Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.).
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
• For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

St. Marys Regional Hospital
Work City: Grand Junction
Work State: Colorado

Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 35