Clinical Laboratory Scientist I

Exact Sciences • Madison, WI

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About The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist I is responsible for performing laboratory analyses on clinical specimens using established procedures. This role involves processing specimens, conducting complex analytical testing, and ensuring quality assurance and control under the guidance of the Laboratory Medical Director. The position requires problem-solving skills and adherence to good laboratory practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or a related field.
• Certification as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or equivalent.
• Experience in laboratory analysis and quality control procedures.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and maintenance procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with moderate and highly complex analytical testing.
• Familiarity with quality assurance and quality control standards in laboratory settings.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions regarding specimen acceptability.

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate and highly complex analytic processes without direct supervision.
• Interpret problems with specimens that meet rejection criteria for unacceptable samples.
• Make decisions to reject samples and request recollections to ensure validity of results.
• Operate laboratory instruments and ensure proper functioning of laboratory equipment.
• Complete and document required maintenance activities on equipment and report service needs to leadership.
• Perform quality control procedures and maintain quality control records to meet accrediting agency standards.
• Understand appropriate specimen collection, handling, and transport procedures.
• Prepare specimens for analysis and determine acceptability of samples within guidelines.
• Assist in developing procedures for specimen collection, handling, and transport to maintain specimen integrity.
• Validate acceptability of test results by reviewing test parameters.
• Identify technical, instrumental, and physiological causes of unexpected test results.
• Monitor quality assurance and assist in data collection and preparation of QA indicators.
• Perform internal and external proficiency testing and handle proficiency testing samples as patient samples.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, cleaning surfaces and equipment as needed.
• Meet work product output expectations and maintain section turn-around times.
• Participate in continuing education and staff meetings, and prepare and present continuing education programs.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity employer.
• Affirmative action program available for inspection upon request.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed