Clinical Lab Scientist Med Tech Days

Trinity Health • Nampa, ID

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About The Position

CLINICAL LAB SCIENTIST / MED TECH Nampa, Idaho Days SUMMARY: Performs tests related to the diagnosis and treatment of patient by utilizing various medical laboratory procedures in the Clinical Laboratory in the Core Lab. Correlates and integrates other patient data when interpreting test results. Uses professional judgment and has an in-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, scientific principles, quality control, and instrument maintenance. Recognizes problems, identifies causes, and determines alternative methods and solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Required.
• Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or equivalent certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) required or registry eligible and obtained within 1 year of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Performs, records and reviews scheduled QC.
• Takes immediate corrective action when QC data is outside established limits.
• Performs and records routine maintenance of equipment.
• Recognizes and documents poor instrument performance and takes appropriate action independently.
• Verifies specimen labeling, integrity and suitability before performing testing.
• Accurately performs low, medium and high complexity testing procedures according to established protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Reports test results accurately and appropriately.
• Reports critical test results to physician, nursing station or physician office according to established protocol.
• Performs phlebotomy when needed according to laboratory policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Market-competitive pay
• Generous PTO
• Comprehensive benefits that begin on day one
• Retirement planning and matching
• College savings plans for your family
• Multiple life insurance plans
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Educational opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree