MEDICAL LAB SCIENTIST (MLS)

VALOR HEALTH•Emmett, ID

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) performs waived, moderately complex, and high complexity testing, according to established standards and practices in the areas of hematology, chemistry, immunology, microbiology and immunohematology for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration of equipment, quality control procedures and is responsible for the validity of test results. Performs phlebotomy.

Requirements

BS or BA in biological, physical, chemical or clinical laboratory science
Certification: MLS (ASCP) or within six months of employment
Phlebotomy experience
Willing to work with potentially infectious human blood and body fluids
Ability to work with automated and manual platforms
Must possess skills required for aseptic techniques
Intermediate level of proficiency with PC based software programs
Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in performing tests, documenting test results and maintaining patient, client, employee and laboratory business confidentiality
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Analytical judgment, problem solving skills, accuracy and strong detail oriented
Minimum of 2+ years of clinical laboratory experience
Minimum of 5 years of clinical laboratory experience

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory assays in accordance with Valor Health’s standard operating procedures
Operate, calibrate and maintain all laboratory equipment and instruments according to standard operating procedures to ensure quality results
Maintain adequate inventory of supplies, reagents and materials
Accept or reject test results in accordance with standard operating procedures
Document remedial action, troubleshooting, quality assurance activities and instrument maintenance
Maintains excellent customer service and professionalism when communicating with patients, colleagues and vendors
Ensures HIPPA is always followed.
Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information and abides by established communication code.
Assures accurate maintenance of patient’s medical records and that patient records are treated as confidential information.
Adhere to established processing timelines
Adhere to all quality and safety standards
Other duties as assigned by management
General knowledge of Standard Operating Procedure writing, assay theory, and instrumentation
Orient, mentor and teach clinical laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques to new Associates
Demonstrate effective teamwork skills by knowledge sharing
Take on formally assigned additional duties as a part of routine job performance
Participate on special project teams as requested by supervisory staff
Assists the Laboratory Manager with the direction of the daily operation of the laboratory.
In conjunction with the Laboratory Manager and Lead, assists in training, performs competency assessment, and enforces policies with new and existing staff.
Provides for review of patient testing results.
Ensures any associated quality control issues are resolved.
Provides technical expertise in the laboratory.
Assists in continued instrument and/or testing method troubleshooting of tests as needed.
Assists with problem resolution and follow up reports for proficiency testing as requested.
Assists with the completion of QC/QA activities and assists in the compliance of regulatory requirements.
Responsible for monitoring and ordering supplies.
Obtain advanced knowledge of Valor Health’s standard operating procedures, assays, and instrumentation
Participate in troubleshooting activities in conjunction with Technical Supervisor
Volunteer to serve on various committees and panels to the benefit of the laboratory or company in general (e.g. Safety Committee)