Medical Laboratory Scientist/MLT - per diem, rotating shifts
About The Position
Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager, independently performs clinical assays and related work used in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Starts, maintains, and troubleshoots instruments and laboratory equipment; performs required quality control and quality assurance procedures; and reports results through a computer system. The role may specialize in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology, Special Chemistry, Microbiology, or Laboratory Support Services. Special assignments may include training new employees and teaching Medical Technology students. Coverage includes rotating weekends and holidays, and phlebotomy may be required. The position also contributes to efficient use of departmental resources and revenue enhancement, and maintains appropriate inventory.
Requirements
- Baccalaureate degree from an institution certified by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).
- Eligible for certification by the ASCP Board of Registry, the National Certification Agency (NCA) for Medical Laboratory personnel, or American Medical Technologists (AMT) for Medical Laboratory personnel; certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire or promotion.
- Knowledge of clinical tests and standards necessary to perform complex tests and accurately report results.
- Analytical ability to perform complex tests, interpret findings, perform calculations, and calibrate instruments.
- Ability to identify and evaluate clinical testing problems and implement corrective actions or modifications.
- Ability to concentrate for long periods, exercise good judgment, work accurately under pressure, and handle stress to meet deadlines.
- Manual dexterity and visual acuity to prepare specimens and solutions, screen specimens, and operate instrumentation and a computer.
- Interpersonal verbal and written English skills sufficient to exchange information with physicians and colleagues.
- Skill in using personal computers and related software applications.
- Laboratory internship at a NAACLS-certified institution or related experience necessary to qualify to take a certification exam.
Responsibilities
- Verify specimen identification, acceptability, and order appropriateness according to written procedures.
- Handle specimens according to written procedures and follow protocols for rejected samples.
- Prioritize and complete assignments according to written procedures and established turnaround times while avoiding excessive waste.
- Recognize and evaluate unusual or unreasonable results, and consult the manager or appropriate personnel about abnormal findings, unusual result combinations, or difficult analyses.
- Record laboratory observations, interpretations, and calculations; verify results in the laboratory computer system; and report STAT and critical values according to protocol.
- Perform and document required QC/QA procedures, interpret results for actual or potential out-of-control situations, and notify the manager and/or QC coordinator.
- Perform surveys and accurately test, record, and report results.
- Perform scheduled maintenance and document it; report unresolved instrument or equipment problems to the manager and/or PM coordinator.
- Assist with teaching laboratory techniques to new colleagues and students, as appropriate.
- Contribute to optimization of resources and revenue enhancement.
- Maintain appropriate inventory.
- Provide coverage on rotating weekends and holidays; perform phlebotomy if required.
Benefits
- Influenza vaccination is required as a condition of employment.
