Medical Lab Scientist Technical Specialist - Chemistry

Responsibilities

• Analyzes patient, control and proficiency testing specimens and records results in a timely manner according to laboratory policy.
• Assists with departmental management tasks including, but not limited to:
• Maintains an adequate inventory of all supplies and reagents as assigned.
• Schedules and coordinates departmental staffing as assigned.
• Participates in departmental financial planning and oversight with the supervisor/manager.
• Contributes to content included in competency training and reviews.
• Captures and coordinates quality assurance and quality improvement activities for the department.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and maintains a laboratory of constant readiness.
• Ensures all departmental policies and procedures are kept up to date.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory, accreditation, safety and hospital standard, policies and procedures.
• Instructs, orients and mentors students, employees, residents, patients and other health care providers as applicable.
• Provides oversight for the review and correlation of results to each other and with the patient's condition recognizing abnormal results and critical/alert values.
• Verifies accuracy of results and initiates corrective action when indicated.
• Uses and wears PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as necessary to perform job duties safely and minimize risk.

Requirements

• Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)
• High School Diploma
• CLIA certification for high complexity testing within 180 days
• ASCP certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) within 180 days

Skills

• Proficiency in medical laboratory science
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards