Lab Scientist - Per Diem
St. Luke’s University Health Network•Easton, PA
About The Position
The Laboratory Scientist performs waived or moderately complex laboratory tests and is responsible for patient testing, problem-solving, and quality control. The role also performs special assignments as delegated. The position is per diem.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science from an accredited institution is preferred.
- Prior laboratory experience is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science from an accredited institution.
- Prior laboratory experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform moderately complex laboratory tests according to established protocols and procedures.
- Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation according to established policies and procedures.
- Perform quality control testing and document corrective action according to policy.
- Troubleshoot instrumentation, using consulting technical services as needed, and document the work appropriately.
- Document laboratory results accurately in the laboratory information system, instrument records, and other quality assurance records in accordance with established policies.
- Report and document critical values according to established policies.
- Monitor supply inventory, order supplies as necessary, maintain adequate inventory, and prevent waste caused by product expiration.
- Assist the send-out bench by selecting appropriate tests and researching referral laboratory requirements for specimen collection, handling, storage, and shipment.
- Accession specimens as necessary.
- Implement computer downtime procedures when necessary.
- Organize and prioritize daily workload to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
