Clinical Lab Scientist (09747)

State of Montana • Helena, MT

85d • Onsite

About The Position

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Public Health and Safety Division in Helena. This Clinical Laboratory Scientist position performs testing for infectious agents to support work of the Montana Public Health Laboratory. Testing areas include serology, bacteriology, mycology/parasitology, mycobacteriology, molecular and next-generation sequencing. In addition, newborn screening testing is performed to detect metabolic abnormalities in infants. The laboratory is focused on disease detection, surveillance, and prevention for the State of Montana. This position also provides technical consultation to the public health and clinical partners regarding test methodologies, proper collection, and handling of specimens, as well as accurate interpretation and correlation of test results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in clinical lab science or comparable science discipline.
• One year of experience in a CLIA approved clinical laboratory certified for performing high complexity testing.
• Current Montana State CLS License or eligibility to obtain a license.
• MT (ASCP) or other nationally recognized registry.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of clinical laboratory processes and practices.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills, including acute attention to detail.
• Ability to decide validity of data and interpret test results.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing for infectious agents to support the work of the Montana Public Health Laboratory.
• Conducts testing in areas including serology, bacteriology, mycology/parasitology, mycobacteriology, molecular and next-generation sequencing.
• Performs newborn screening testing to detect metabolic abnormalities in infants.
• Provides technical consultation to public health and clinical partners regarding test methodologies, proper collection, and handling of specimens.
• Assists with accurate interpretation and correlation of test results.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Work/life balance
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level