Medical Laboratory Scientist- Hospital

Olmsted Medical Center•Rochester, MN

18h•$33 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, day shift position for a Medical Laboratory Scientist at Olmsted Medical Center. The role involves performing a wide range of laboratory tests, ensuring quality control, maintaining equipment, and serving as a technical resource for colleagues and clinicians. The position requires adherence to accreditation standards and participation in quality management processes.

Requirements

Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP or equivalent certification)
Requires good communication skills and ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making in problem identification and resolution
BLS certification

Nice To Haves

Prior recent experience in Laboratory Science preferred

Responsibilities

Demonstrates leadership in all aspects of laboratory practice and serves as a technical resource.
Demonstrates proficiency in general laboratory practice including Blood Bank, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Immunology, Limited Microbiology, Microscopy, Molecular Microbiology, Phlebotomy, Urinalysis, and specimen handling and processing.
Demonstrates working knowledge in contemporary laboratory accreditation and regulations and actively participates in the accreditation process.
Successfully performs required quality control and proficiency testing and actively participates in evaluation of QC/PT data and development of corrective actions and follow-up, as needed.
Actively participates in quality management process, as needed.
Performs required preventative maintenance on analytical equipment and troubleshoots problems with appropriate follow-up.
Maintains accurate records of testing, quality control, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Serves as a resource for clinicians and Branch Clinic Laboratory personnel, as needed.
Instructs patients in proper collection procedures.
Actively participates in review/revision of laboratory procedures and policies on an ongoing basis.
Assists with the evaluation and development of new or improved test systems, as assigned.
Assists with new employee orientation and competency assessment with performance evaluation and documentation.
Complies with organization/department policies, procedures, and requirements for mandatory education, as required.
Actively participates in maintaining a safe work environment.
Actively participates in maintenance and management of adequate inventory with required documentation.
Performs other duties as requested.