Medical Laboratory Scientist, Part Time Days, Point of Care, Summit, NJ

Atlantic Health System•Summit, NJ

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a CLIA General Supervisor (POCT Supervisor), the Medical Lab Scientist will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and accuracy of patient testing conducted outside the traditional laboratory setting. They will assist with the oversight of the daily operation of the Point of Care Testing program across various clinical departments and offsite practices, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and promoting patient safety and efficient workflow.

Requirements

Proficiency in the use of HIS and LIS software systems.
Knowledge and practice of all Atlantic Health and department safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Point of Care Testing (POCT) program oversight.
Experience in specimen processing and accessioning.
Experience in equipment validation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Experience in inventory management.
Experience in training team members and students.

Responsibilities

Evaluates specimens and test orders for acceptability and accepts or rejects according to established guidelines, applicable to POCT.
Follows approved standard operating procedures.
Exhibits technical judgment by correlating test results with diagnosis and previous results as applicable.
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of HIS and LIS software systems in all job-related functions.
Validates, operates, maintains and troubleshoots all technical equipment according to approved standard operating procedures.
Follows quality control policies, documents all related activities, and maintains records of instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance.
Participates in proficiency testing, as assigned and ensures samples are treated the same as patient samples.
Manages inventory by rotating stock and checking supply expiration dates to ensure availability and compliance.
Assists with training of team members and students.
Demonstrates knowledge and practice of all Atlantic Health and department safety procedures.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
PTO & Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
Backup and On-Site Childcare
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance