Med Lab Scientist PRN

Trinity Health•Nampa, ID

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs tests related to the diagnosis and treatment of patients using medical laboratory procedures in the Clinical Laboratory. The role correlates and integrates other patient data when interpreting test results and requires professional judgment and in-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, scientific principles, quality control, and instrument maintenance. The scientist recognizes problems, identifies causes, and determines alternative methods and solutions. The position offers the opportunity to rotate through Chemistry, Blood Bank, Heme/Coag, Micro, and Specialty Chemistry. The scientist performs and documents quality control and routine equipment maintenance, verifies specimen suitability, performs testing, reports results and critical findings according to protocol, and helps maintain efficient laboratory operations. The role may include phlebotomy, inventory monitoring, and reviewing work performed by clinical laboratory assistants. Saint Alphonsus Health System and Trinity Health describe a commitment to diversity, inclusion, fairness, dignity, and respect, and offer competitive compensation, a full benefits package, and opportunities for growth and career development.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), or equivalent certification through ASCP or AMT required; alternatively, must be registry eligible and obtain certification within one year of hire.
Completion of medical technology training required.

Responsibilities

Rotate through Chemistry, Blood Bank, Heme/Coag, Micro, and Specialty Chemistry.
Perform, record, and review scheduled quality control; take immediate corrective action when quality-control data are outside established limits.
Perform and record routine equipment maintenance.
Recognize and document poor instrument performance and take appropriate action independently.
Verify specimen labeling, integrity, and suitability before testing.
Perform low-, medium-, and high-complexity testing accurately according to established protocols and regulatory requirements.
Report test results accurately and appropriately.
Report critical test results to physicians, nursing stations, or physician offices according to established protocol.
Prioritize work to maintain efficiency and assist other laboratory areas as needed.
Perform phlebotomy when needed according to laboratory policies and procedures.
Monitor supply inventory and take appropriate action to ensure supplies are available.
Review work performed by clinical laboratory assistants and perform corrective actions when required.
Perform expected tasks without supervisor direction and ensure the accuracy of work reported by the assigned department.
Examine review lists and pending logs, resolve problems promptly, and communicate with the oncoming shift and relevant nurses or physicians.