Medical Laboratory Scientist - Laboratory * Shift Varies

Shift varies. Full-time equivalent status: 0. On-call: No. Weekends: Yes.

About the role

Precisely and accurately performs and evaluates a variety of technical procedures using accepted quality control techniques with automated, semi-automated, and manual methodologies. Performs diagnostic procedures in other laboratory sections and venipunctures as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related science field (chemical, physical, or biological science).
• Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).
• One to three years of clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• Organizational skills to prioritize daily workload.
• Written, verbal, and interpersonal skills to communicate successfully with individuals and groups at all levels within the Medical Center.
• Demonstrates knowledge, ability, and competence in providing clinical data needed for treatment.
• Mandatory Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical procedures within the department accurately and precisely by following established policies and procedures.
• Enters test results accurately in the laboratory information system.
• Calls “critical value” or “patient waiting” results within 10 minutes of test completion and documents the call, recipient, read-back, and follow-up action if applicable.
• Evaluates results of various tests to determine technical accuracy.
• Oversees the work of a medical laboratory technician while establishing quality assurance programs to monitor and ensure the accuracy of test results.
• Maintains a current knowledge base of department processes, protocols, and procedures.
• Pursues self-directed learning and continuing education opportunities.
• Participates on committees, task forces, and work groups as determined by management.
• Performs other duties as assigned.