Medical Lab Scientist- FT
About The Position
Medical Laboratory Scientists are responsible for testing patient specimens, ensuring accuracy of tests, and communicating results to providers. This position has much interaction with nursing staff and other hospital departments. This position is subject to inside environmental changes that may include constant change in temperatures and minimal exposure to cleaning, staining, and testing chemicals. UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Understand and can articulate correct procedures to accurately identify patients, label specimens, and verify there is adequate sampling for the testing ordered
- Proficient use of computer peripherals
- Clear communicator; Speak, read, and write English fluently
- Near visual and color acuity is required
Responsibilities
- Prepare specimens for testing
- Test patient specimens, establishing and ensuring acceptable levels of QC are maintained
- Responsible for ensuring requirements of the CAP, AABB, DNV, and FDA (as applicable to section/shift) are followed and in compliance
- Ensure equipment is operational by performing equipment maintenance, calibrating, and troubleshooting
- All other duties assigned related to the medical laboratory
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
