Medical Lab Scientist $25K Sign On and $10K Relo!

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)•Sitka, AK

3d•$39 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, the Medical Lab Scientist independently performs a full range of sample test analyses and laboratory services in a hospital-based laboratory, applying advanced technical skills and seasoned judgment. The role performs all levels of testing, including CLIA-defined high-complexity testing, and serves patients from infancy through older adulthood. Shift work and night and weekend call are required to provide 24-hour laboratory coverage in Sitka/WMC. The position is responsible for technical aspects of the laboratory, including addressing complex testing problems and situations that may directly affect patient care. Duties include writing and maintaining procedures, establishing and monitoring quality-control programs, resolving technical problems, supporting regulatory compliance and inspection readiness, training and assessing staff competency, assisting with process improvement, and coordinating inventory with the Laboratory Manager. The role also provides limited test-utilization and interpretation information to medical and nursing staff, offers LIS consultation to SEARHC staff, and educates staff on acceptable laboratory practices. Advanced clinical questions are referred to the Laboratory Medical Director.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or a related field; progressively responsible work-related experience, education, or training may substitute year-for-year for college education.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Medical Technologist (ASCP), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (AMT), or equivalent certification as determined by a national credential certification agency.
Clinical competency assessment within three months of hire and every three years.
One year of progressive clinical experience or one year of hospital internship subsequent to degree.
Knowledge of all levels of laboratory testing, including CLIA-defined high-complexity testing.
Knowledge of LIS operation and ability to use a variety of laboratory and other software applications.
Knowledge of laboratory equipment use and operations and all aspects of quality control.
Knowledge of CLIA, Joint Commission, CAP, and other regulatory requirements.
Oral and written communication skills and ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with employees and subordinates.
Ability to interpret laboratory reports and quality-control results for accuracy and troubleshoot problems.
Ability to perform patient specimen testing and ensure sample suitability accurately.
Ability to work independently to assess laboratory-result validity before release to providers.
Ability to keep self and others on task, train staff, and maintain continuing education.

Responsibilities

Perform all levels of laboratory testing, including CLIA-defined high-complexity testing, and evaluate, interpret, and verify the accuracy of results.
Perform patient specimen testing, ensure sample suitability, and identify and resolve inconsistencies in patient results.
Troubleshoot testing issues with MLTs and LSTs and provide specialized expertise in microbiology, transfusion medicine, molecular biology, and infectious disease safety.
Provide limited test-utilization and interpretation information to medical and nursing staff, refer advanced clinical questions to the Laboratory Medical Director, and provide LIS consultation to SEARHC staff.
Educate SEARHC staff in acceptable practices of laboratory medicine.
Maintain laboratory equipment and instruments and ensure their quality control and functionality.
Review LJ charts and submit data to the Laboratory Manager and peer; work with the Laboratory Manager to meet quality measures and write policies and procedures.
Prepare the laboratory for regulatory inspections and assist with implementing CAP standards and CLIA regulations.
Review the work of MLTs and LSTs under the Laboratory Manager’s direction, ensure accuracy, and assign tasks.
Train new employees, staff, and laboratory students; participate in continuing education; and assist with evaluating testing personnel competency.
Establish and maintain appropriate inventory levels in coordination with the Laboratory Manager.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Provide required shift coverage and night and weekend call for 24-hour laboratory coverage.