Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories • Centerville, OH

20d • 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 troubleshooting problems, recording and reporting results, and communicating appropriately with clients. The employee may also train new employees and students and perform other duties that contribute to the effectiveness of CompuNet Clinical Laboratories.

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 work involves operating in a potentially noisy clinical laboratory environment, handling specimens and laboratory equipment, and exposure to biohazard substances and hazardous chemicals. Safety, ergonomic, health, and PPE requirements must be followed.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in Medical Laboratory Science (MLT/MLS/CLS).
• ASCP or AMT certification, eligibility for certification, or comparable certification 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 read small print on labels and accurately perform tests and report results.
• 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 pipetting devices used in a clinical laboratory.
• 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 applicable safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests accurately and efficiently in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Perform and record daily and routine maintenance and quality control on equipment and reagents used for testing.
• Recognize problems involving 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 appropriately notify clients of panic-value results.
• Address client questions and problems courteously and efficiently according to department policies and procedures.
• Participate in training new employees and students in appropriate technical areas.
• Comply with CompuNet Clinical Laboratories' corporate integrity and safety policies.
• Perform other duties as required to contribute to the overall effectiveness of CompuNet Clinical Laboratories.
• Follow safety, ergonomic, and health policies; comply with PPE requirements in laboratory and other biohazard areas; and complete required safety training and health evaluations on time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree