Medical Laboratory Scientist | Clinic

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital•Spearfish, SD

14d•$31 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

It starts with heart. That is what you will do each day. As a Medical Laboratory Scientist at Monument Health, you will be valued as an essential team member providing compassionate patient focused care. You will discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and— most importantly— a life-changing career. You will make a difference. Every day. As a Medical Laboratory Scientist, you will independently work to collect, prepare, and perform a variety of laboratory tests, from routine to complex. You will assist in department procedures, including quality assurance, proficiency testing, calibrations, and complete related laboratory duties and supervise new caregivers in the department. You will have an active role in the care team of a patient by communicating identified technical, instrumental, and physiologic causes of unexpected results with providers as necessary to resolve inconsistencies. Each day you will be demonstrating a commitment to customer satisfaction, professionalism, and safety. Our vision at Monument Health is to be one team, to listen, to be inclusive, and to show we care. To do the right thing. Every time. If you share this philosophy, we hope you’ll join us. Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include: Supportive work culture Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account Instant pay is available for qualifying positions Paid Time Off Accrual Bank Opportunities for growth and advancement Tuition assistance/reimbursement Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions Flexible scheduling

Requirements

Education - Bachelors degree in chemical, physical, or biologic Sciences or Clinical Laboratory Science or Associates with Medical Technologists (HEW)
Certification - Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)/American Medical Technology (AMT) or Health and Human Services (HEW)

Nice To Haves

Experience - 1+ years of Laboratory Experience

Responsibilities

Collects and prepares biological specimens for analyses using appropriate techniques and maintains the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test being performed.
Determines acceptability of specimens within established guidelines, avoiding hemolysis, QNS, and wrong anticoagulant use.
Ensures equipment is functioning properly by performing or delegating performance of function checks, preventative maintenance and quality control.
Documents actions.
Performs test analysis and reports test results in a timely manner meeting the expectations of physicians.
Assures initial calibration and standardization, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting for malfunction on instruments used in POC testing.
Conducts ongoing evaluation of functions and programs of the Laboratory relative to accreditation standards and recommends procedural changes.
Implements and monitors a Quality Assurance program to ensure the reliability of all technical services offered to meet internal and external regulations.
Maintains competency and enhances professional growth and development through education, conferences and seminars.
Demonstrates the willingness and ability to instruct other staff and students.
All other duties as assigned.