Medical Laboratory Scientist

the Client•Clifton, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs clinical laboratory testing in accordance with established laboratory procedures, regulatory requirements, and quality standards. The role requires a solid understanding of basic laboratory testing, proficiency with multiple computer systems, knowledge of quality control and quality assurance, and knowledge across laboratory areas. The position is onsite in Clifton, New Jersey, and is a six-month contract. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with weekend rotations.

Requirements

Solid understanding of basic laboratory testing.
Good computer skills and ability to adapt to multiple computer systems.
Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance.
Knowledge of all areas of the laboratory.
Ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously.
Ability to interact with other departments.
Good customer service skills; contact with clients may be required.
Ability to protect patient confidentiality at all times.
One of the following education or qualification pathways: a BS in Medical Technology; a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology; an associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology; or prior qualification as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433, published March 14, 1990.
Foreign-educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation).
U.S.-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.
Must possess or be eligible for national certification as an MT/MLT from a recognized organization such as ASCP or AMT.
National and state licensure as required.
Candidates with a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology must have at least one year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing.

Nice To Haves

One year of clinical experience in high-complexity testing.

Responsibilities

Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, result reporting, and maintenance of patient test records.
Maintain records demonstrating that proficiency-testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures and departmental standard operating procedures.
Review and release test results.
Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines.
Follow quality-control policies and document quality-control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
Follow established policies and procedures when test systems are outside acceptable performance levels.
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting, correct them, or promptly notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
Document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
Report STATS or critical results to clients according to department procedures.
Answer questions from customers or other laboratory personnel, if applicable.
Maintain complete records of all testing performed onsite.
Maintain the general appearance of the department.
Ensure reagents and test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and, when applicable, opened dates.
Review and train on new procedures.
Attend monthly department meetings and additional training or educational meetings.
Participate in applicable safety training, know the location and contents of the safety manual, and know the location and use of applicable safety equipment.
Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.