Medical Laboratory Scientist – Clinic

Medical Laboratory Scientist – Clinic

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in chemical, physical, or biologic Sciences or Clinical Laboratory Science or Associates with Medical Technologists (HEW)
• Certification – Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Certification – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)/American Medical Technology (AMT) or Health and Human Services (HEW)
• Physical Requirements: Medium work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Responsibilities

• Collects and prepares biological specimens for analyses using appropriate techniques and maintains the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test being performed.
• Determines acceptability of specimens within established guidelines, avoiding hemolysis, QNS, and wrong anticoagulant use.
• Ensures equipment is functioning properly by performing or delegating performance of function checks, preventative maintenance and quality control. Documents actions.
• Performs test analysis and reports test results in a timely manner meeting the expectations of physicians.
• Assures initial calibration and standardization, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting for malfunction on instruments used in POC testing.
• Conducts ongoing evaluation of functions and programs of the Laboratory relative to accreditation standards and recommends procedural changes.
• Implements and monitors a Quality Assurance program to ensure the reliability of all technical services offered to meet internal and external regulations.
• Maintains competency and enhances professional growth and development through education, conferences and seminars.
• Demonstrates the willingness and ability to instruct other staff and students.
• All other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of Laboratory Experience