Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories • Miamisburg, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician performs laboratory testing accurately and efficiently in accordance with established policies and procedures. The role includes maintaining and performing quality control on testing equipment and reagents, identifying and troubleshooting problems, accurately recording and reporting results, and communicating panic values and addressing client questions. The position also supports the training of new employees and students and complies with CompuNet Clinical Laboratories’ corporate integrity and safety policies. Other duties may be assigned as required.

This is a part-time evening position at Miami Valley Hospital’s Free Standing Emergency Department in Miamisburg, Ohio. The scheduled shift is 3:00 PM–11:30 PM, with weekend and holiday rotation responsibilities.

Requirements

• Associate’s 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 maintain accuracy and integrity in test performance and results reporting.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds with both hands for distances up to 50 yards, and 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.
• Availability for the 3:00 PM–11:30 PM evening shift and weekend and holiday rotation.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests accurately and efficiently according to established policies and procedures.
• Perform and record daily and/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 of panic values.
• Address client-related questions and problems courteously and efficiently in accordance with 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 company 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