Med Lab Scientist PRN

Trinity Health • Nampa, ID

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About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist / Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs clinical laboratory tests that support the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The role uses professional judgment and in-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, scientific principles, quality control, and instrument maintenance. The scientist correlates and integrates patient data when interpreting results, recognizes problems, identifies causes, and determines alternative methods and solutions. The position is PRN at the Nampa South Lab, with opportunities to rotate through Chemistry, Blood Bank, Heme/Coag, Microbiology, and Specialty Chemistry.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), or equivalent certification by ASCP or AMT; alternatively, registry eligibility with certification obtained within one year of hire.
• Completion of medical technology training.

Responsibilities

• Perform, record, and review scheduled quality control, taking immediate corrective action when data falls outside established limits.
• Perform and document routine equipment maintenance, identify and document poor instrument performance, and take appropriate independent action.
• 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, including communicating critical results according to established protocols.
• Prioritize work efficiently and assist other areas as needed.
• Perform phlebotomy when needed according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Monitor supply inventory and take appropriate action to ensure needed supplies are available.
• Review work performed by clinical laboratory assistants and perform corrective actions when required.
• Perform expected tasks without supervisor direction.
• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Full benefits package.
• Opportunity for growth throughout Saint Alphonsus Health System and Trinity Health.
• Career development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time