Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Surgery Partners Careers • Great Falls, MT

14d • Onsite

About The Position

At the Great Falls Clinic Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and exceptional service to our patients. Here you will find excellent nurse to patient ratios. This allows us to provide more personalized care and create stronger connections. You will discover a culture of teamwork, compassion, and an opportunity for professional growth. POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager, Assistant Manager and the assigned Department Supervisor, performs and interprets routine and complex laboratory examinations in a high complexity (CLIA) environment. Assesses and verifies the validity of these results before releasing them to the providers. Assist in the development and writing new procedures and techniques. Perform related duties incidental to the work described herein. Gives direction to: Phlebotomists, Laboratory Receptionists. Receives direction from: Laboratory Manager, Assistant Laboratory Manager, Department Supervisors.

Requirements

• BA / BS degree from an accredited college or university in Medical Technology or related field along with the successful completion of a clinical internship (NAACLS accredited or equivalent).
• Must be able to perform as an “in-charge” person in the absence of managers or supervisors.
• Must be able and willing to train newly hired staff members within levels of expertise.
• MT(ASCP) or other nationally recognized registry.
• Current Montana State CLS Certification.
• Knowledge of general laboratory processes and procedures comprising all departments including automated and manual methods.
• Knowledge and understanding of quality control and quality assurance standards and procedures.
• Knowledge for use and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control regulations.
• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

• Performs and interprets routine and complex laboratory examinations in a high complexity (CLIA) environment.
• Assesses and verifies the validity of these results before releasing them to the providers.
• Assist in the development and writing new procedures and techniques.
• Perform related duties incidental to the work described herein.
• Gives direction to: Phlebotomists, Laboratory Receptionists.

What This Job Offers

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