Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories • Dayton, OH

20d • 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 equipment and reagents, performing quality control, identifying and addressing problems, documenting and reporting test results, and responding to client questions. The position also supports training and follows the corporate integrity, safety, and other policies of CompuNet Clinical Laboratories.

The job is located at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Full-time evening and night shifts are listed, both with weekend and holiday rotation. Evening hours are 2:00 PM–10:30 PM, and night hours are 10:00 PM–6:30 AM.

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 maintain 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.
• Familiarity with and adherence to company safety, ergonomic, and health policies; compliance with laboratory PPE requirements; and timely completion of required safety training and health evaluations.

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.
• Accurately, completely, and legibly record results; use computer systems correctly to generate results and appropriately notify clients 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 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 or other biohazard areas; and complete required safety training and health evaluations in a timely manner.

What This Job Offers

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