Medical Laboratory Scientist, Full Time Evenings, Core Lab, Morristown, NJ

About the role

Under supervision of a CLIA General Supervisor, the Medical Laboratory Scientist processes specimens, performs high/moderate complexity testing, troubleshoots issues and reports accurate results. Ensures compliance with regulatory standards, maintains quality control, and collaborates with various teams to support patient care and workflow efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates specimens and test orders for acceptability and accepts or rejects according to established guidelines.
• Follows approved standard operating procedures.
• Result Reporting: Exhibits technical judgment by correlating test results with diagnosis and previous results as applicable.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the use of HIS and LIS software systems in all job-related functions.
• Operates, maintains and troubleshoots all technical equipment according to approved standard operating procedures.
• Follows quality control policies, documents all related activities, and maintains records of instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance.
• Participates in proficiency testing, as assigned and ensures samples are treated the same as patient samples.
• Manage inventory by rotating stock and checking supply expiration dates to ensure availability and compliance.
• Affords assistance in training of team members and students.
• Demonstrates knowledge and practice of all Atlantic Health and department safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must meet the CLIA personnel requirements for High Complexity testing: MD or DO with a current medical license, OR Doctoral degree in clinical laboratory science, chemical, physical or biological science, OR Master's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical, or biological science, OR Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological, OR Associate degree in chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory or equivalent education and training.
• Foreign education credentials require US equivalency documentation by an AHS approved agency.
• One (1) year healthcare or lab related work experience preferred.
• ASCP, AMT or defined equivalent preferred.

Skills

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Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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