Per Diem Clinical Lab Scientist - STAT Lab

Summit Health•Woodland Park, NJ

8d•$32 - $40•Hybrid

About The Position

This Per Diem Clinical Lab Scientist position is for the STAT Lab. The role involves processing and evaluating patient specimens, performing instrument maintenance and quality control, and communicating critical values. The scientist will also be responsible for inventory monitoring, using the LIS, maintaining a clean workstation, and potentially training staff and assisting with new test validations. The position requires performing blood smear analysis, body fluid analysis, urine sediment analysis, and special coagulation tests. Rotation within the core lab for evening and night shifts is also required. The role may require travel to various STAT Lab locations within New Jersey.

Requirements

Associates degree required.
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
Ability to perform diversified duties within specified time limitations required.
Ability to organize, problem solve, set priorities, and use critical thinking skills required.
Strong customer service skills required.
Ability to be a team player required.
Basic medical laboratory skills required.

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science preferred.
ASCP or equivalent certification is preferred.
0-1 years’ experience. 2-4 years preferred.
Knowledge of QA principles preferred.
Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.
Experience with Medical Laboratory Instruments preferred.
Experience with Laboratory Computer Information System preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates & documents competencies annually based on testing performed in the laboratory.
Adheres to all established CAP, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
Processes/evaluates patient specimens in accordance with SOP, including reference lab specimens.
Resolves issues with specimens that are time/temperature sensitive.
Performs daily temperature and humidity checks for room, refrigerators, freezers, incubators, and/or water baths.
Performs routine instrument maintenance following manufacturer’s specifications (including startup and shut down) and documents appropriately.
Corrects basic instrument malfunctions and documents them.
Communicates instrumentation status to appropriate staff members and notifies vendor to schedule service calls.
Performs instrument QC and calibrations following manufacturer's specifications.
Processes monthly QC documents as requested by supervisor/ manager.
Utilizes standard quality control practices in decision making to ensure reliable testing and proper regulatory compliance.
Performs proficiency testing in a manner and time frame that is consistent with good laboratory practice. Receives >=80% on all graded proficiencies.
Performs and approves specimen testing using sound judgment and evaluation.
Releases results in accordance with departmental policy.
Performs Stat and routine orders within established time frames.
Communicates and document critical values according to SOP.
Checks pending logs and endorses appropriately.
Monitors inventory levels and inform designated personnel as needed.
Demonstrates competence by utilizing LIS for all applicable functions to perform job duties, including downtime procedures.
Ensures clean and orderly workstation and restocked with necessary supplies.
Adapts work schedule to meet emergency staffing needs.
Performs staff training as requested by supervisor/manager.
Perform and assist with validations for new laboratory testing to increase laboratory revenues.
Performs and reads blood smears (morphology and immature cells), body fluids, and urine sediments.
Performs special coagulation test.
Rotation within the core lab is required in the evening and night shift.
Other job duties as required.