Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories•Centerville, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician performs laboratory tests accurately and efficiently according to established policies and procedures. The role includes maintaining equipment and reagents, performing quality control, identifying and addressing problems, recording and reporting results, and responding courteously to client questions. The position also supports training new employees and students and contributes to the overall effectiveness of CompuNet Clinical Laboratories by performing other duties as required. This is a part-time day-shift position at Miami Valley Hospital South in Centerville, Ohio, with a 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. schedule and weekend and holiday rotation. The position requires adherence to company integrity, safety, health, ergonomic, and PPE policies. Work involves potential exposure to biohazard substances and hazardous chemicals, as well as extended computer and standing time and physical handling of laboratory specimens and equipment.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in Medical Laboratory Science (MLT/MLS/CLS).
ASCP or AMT certification, eligibility for certification, or comparable qualification is required.
Visual acuity and hand-finger dexterity to work at a computer for extended periods.
Ability to perform accurate data entry and data analysis in a potentially noisy environment.
Ability to maintain complete integrity and accuracy in test performance and results reporting.
Ability to read small print on labels.
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds with both hands for distances up to 50 yards.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds from the floor to approximately five feet.
Manual dexterity to manipulate various specimen types and operate common clinical laboratory pipetting devices.
Ability to stand for extended periods and repeatedly walk short distances.
Ability to work with exposure to biohazard substances and hazardous chemicals and comply with PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform tests accurately and efficiently according to established policies and procedures.
Perform and record daily or routine maintenance and quality control on equipment and reagents used for testing.
Recognize problems with instruments, reagents, test results, or supplies and initiate problem-solving procedures.
Record results accurately, completely, and legibly; use computer systems correctly to generate results; and notify clients appropriately of panic value results.
Address client-related questions and problems courteously and efficiently, following department policies and procedures.
Participate in training new employees and students in appropriate technical areas.
Comply with corporate integrity and safety policies of CompuNet Clinical Laboratories.
Perform other duties as required to contribute to the overall effectiveness of CompuNet Clinical Laboratories.
Follow company safety, ergonomic, and health policies; comply with PPE requirements in laboratory or other biohazard areas; and complete required safety training and health evaluations in a timely manner.