Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Twain

The US Oncology Network • Paradise, NV

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (CCCN) is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist at the Twain site within the Las Vegas area to execute a wide breadth of functions essential to providing patient care. In this role, you will work in a fast-paced, high-volume oncology practice with some of the best physicians in their fields while providing care to patients in a successful healthcare organization. CCCN has provided patients with groundbreaking treatments on the healing edge of medicine for more than 50 years, integrating the latest diagnostic, therapeutic, and research capabilities. CCCN is dedicated to patient-centered care, advancing innovation, discovery, and improving outcomes. Motivated, caring professionals are encouraged to join us.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related health care field OR Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological science or chemistry with a combination of 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree.
• Current state license.
• AMT, ASCP or equivalent certification preferred.
• Position is entry level and requires no experience, however lab experience is preferred.
• 4-year degree candidates are required to take Hematology and/or Chemistry exam after 1 year of completion of training.
• Licensure andhtaking requirements depend on the state.

Nice To Haves

• Lab experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately performing specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and quality control procedures including moderate and high complexity laboratory tests.
• Initiating and following quality assurance and safety policies and procedures.
• Performing specimen collection and assisting with patient flow as needed.
• Training employees in laboratory procedures.
• Acting as primary operator for at least one laboratory instrument.
• Acting as a resource for laboratory science information.
• Overseeing daily laboratory activities in absence of supervisor.
• Performing clinical tests used in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases.
• Assessing the appropriateness of results and the need for retesting or equipment recalibration.
• Performing and monitoring specialized diagnostic laboratory tests.
• Working within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods and adhering to quality guidelines.
• Assisting with performing phlebotomy and collecting appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
• Assuring pre-authorization and completing appropriate consent forms (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests.
• Assisting with special procedures as needed (i.e. bone marrows in the room).
• Following the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results.
• Performing specimen analysis of all Chemistry, Hematology and Immunology specimens.
• Maintaining and operating all laboratory equipment.
• Performing daily, weekly and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated.
• Adhering to the laboratory’s quality control policies and documenting all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and instrument maintenance.
• Recording proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrators, and reagents.
• Participating in proficiency testing by performing sample analysis and reporting results at least once a year.
• Preparing peripheral blood smear and competently performing complete WBC differential on normal and abnormal smears.
• Performing microscopic examination of urinary sediment.
• Recording results on appropriate worksheet and computer system and performing file maintenance.
• Processing specimens for send-out testing.
• Following the laboratory’s policies whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance.
• Identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correcting the problem or notifying supervisor.
• Documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
• Maintaining proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists.
• Verifying all critical results and documenting with accurate follow-up.
• Maintaining adequate inventory of supplies and ensuring that all supplies are viable before using in patient testing.
• Preparing reagents, stains and other chemical solutions as needed.
• Restocking the laboratory area as needed.
• Sending specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.
• Processing incoming orders for lab testing including reference laboratory specimens.
• Processing in-house and in-coming results for charting.
• Charting patient results in a timely manner as needed.
• Properly identifying and banding patients for blood product transfusion.
• Processing properly labeled specimens according to local blood bank policy.
• Participating in development of new instruments and procedures as needed.
• Complying with quality assurance standards.
• Adhering to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
• Complying with applicable regulatory agency standards.
• Properly disposing of hazardous materials.
• Maintaining a clean working environment.
• Maintaining confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.
• Performing CLIA classified Moderate and High complexity testing with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• excellent benefits
• a team environment
• professional development
• the chance to be part of a nationwide network dedicated to fighting the war against cancer.

What This Job Offers

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