Medical Laboratory Scientist-Per Diem

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Requirements

• 1-3 years Directly Related experience
• ASCP, AMT, HEW or eligible
• Must obtain within 1 year of DOH
• American course of Microbiology

Responsibilities

• Performs qualitative and quantitative tests and examinations using automated instrumentation or manual methods using established procedures.
• Performs established quality assurance procedures (quality control testing; instrument function checks and calibrations); maintains appropriate documentation; investigates and resolves deviations from expected performance.
• Affirms accuracy and validity of obtained test results by applying knowledge of relevant scientific principles; recognizes changes that are critical to patient care; identifies probable causes for irregular and atypical findings.
• Maintains records of tests and examinations and final results for all record functions and inquiries related to patient care.
• Troubleshoots instruments and resolves technical problems whenever possible; documents corrective actions and reports problems to the department Supervisor or Manager as appropriate.
• May assist in instructing students and laboratory personnel in the principles and techniques of diagnostic tests and examinations.
• Performs phlebotomy according to established protocols.
• Performs order entry and specimen receipt; provides customer service to all customers of the laboratory.