Medical Laboratory Scientist- Hospital

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates leadership in all aspects of laboratory practice and serves as a technical resource.
• Demonstrates proficiency in general laboratory practice including Blood Bank, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Immunology, Limited Microbiology, Microscopy, Molecular Microbiology, Phlebotomy, Urinalysis, and specimen handling and processing.
• Demonstrates working knowledge in contemporary laboratory accreditation and regulations and actively participates in the accreditation process.
• Successfully performs required quality control and proficiency testing and actively participates in evaluation of QC/PT data and development of corrective actions and follow-up, as needed.
• Actively participates in quality management process, as needed.
• Maintains accurate records of testing, quality control, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Serves as a resource for clinicians and Branch Clinic Laboratory personnel, as needed.
• Instructs patients in proper collection procedures.
• Actively participates in review/revision of laboratory procedures and policies on an ongoing basis.
• Affixes to the evaluation and development of new or improved test systems, as assigned.
• Affixes with new employee orientation and competency assessment with performance evaluation and documentation.

Core Competencies

• Technical Knowledge: Demonstrates job appropriate technical skills and demonstrates job appropriate computer skills.
• Follows instructions, policies, and procedures: Follows instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Complies with safety and infection control guidelines: Complies with safety and infection control guidelines.
• Complies with CAP/CLIA standards for the Clinical Laboratory: Complies with CAP/CLIA standards for the Clinical Laboratory.
• Problem Solving: Anticipates problems and takes appropriate preventive action; identifies problems, evaluates alternatives, and responds appropriately; follows through with actions and communications.
• Customer Service: First Impressions: We create an environment where everyone can feel welcome, comfortable, and respected. Patient-Centered Care: Patient expectations and needs come before internal convenience. Consistent Processes: We design, implement, and maintain consistent, patient-centered processes. Communications: We deliver timely, accurate, consistent, and understandable communications to everyone. Teamwork and Relationship Building: We are committed to being team players. Accountability: We are committed to excellence.