Medical Lab Scientist I

Position Summary

This position is responsible for a high level of technical knowledge and application of that knowledge to department testing, clinical relevance, and complex problem-solving skills. This position serves as a department resource and is responsible for assisting with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

• Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently.
• Use material handling equipment to push/and or pull up to 75 pounds and required to lift, push and/or pull up to 25 pounds.
• Requires manual dexterity.
• Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids, chemical, electrical and biological hazards.
• Ability to distinguish colors and to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
• Requires use of personal computer, printers, copiers, telephone, fax and department specific equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science/medical technology, OR
• Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility), AND
• EITHER Certification (MLS or categorical) OR a certificate of completion/letter of attestation on school letterhead documenting completion of any categorical or combination of categoricals from an accredited Medical Laboratory Science program.

• Individuals working in the state of Nevada or California are required to maintain their certification throughout their time in position.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility.
• For certain specialty disciplines ONLY (Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available from a certifying agency, a bachelor's degree with one year of experience in that discipline is required.

• Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• MLS/MT or categorical certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB).
• Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Previous experience with phlebotomy and processing.