Medical Laboratory Scientist

Cynet Systems•Clifton, NJ

21d

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs laboratory testing, specimen processing, and analyses while following quality-control policies and regulatory requirements. The role includes analyzing specimens using approved procedures, reviewing and releasing results, maintaining complete testing and patient-result records, and communicating STAT or critical results to clients. The scientist identifies and addresses issues that could affect test performance or reporting, documents corrective actions and quality-control activities, and notifies a senior technologist or supervisor when needed. The position also involves maintaining the department and testing supplies, learning and training on procedures, attending meetings and safety training, and participating in regulatory inspections as needed.

Requirements

Solid understanding of basic laboratory testing.
Strong computer skills and ability to adapt to working in multiple computer systems.
Knowledge of QC and QA and of all areas of the laboratory.
Possess or be eligible for national certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) from a recognized organization, such as ASCP or AMT.
At least 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing is required for candidates holding a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology.
National and state licensure as applicable.
Ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously.
Ability to interact effectively with other departments.
Strong customer service skills for client contact.
Ability to protect patient confidentiality at all times.
Candidates educated outside the United States must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation).
Candidates educated in the United States must provide a detailed original transcript.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of clinical experience in high-complexity testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining patient test-result records.
Document that proficiency-testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures and department SOPs.
Review and release test results.
Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and applicable safety guidelines.
Adhere to 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 affect test performance or result reporting; correct them or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
Document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
Report STAT or critical results to clients according to department procedure.
Answer questions from customers and other laboratory personnel, as applicable.
Maintain complete records of all on-site testing.
Maintain the general appearance of the department.
Ensure reagents and test kits are labeled with received, expiration, and opened dates as applicable.
Review and train on new procedures.
Attend monthly department meetings and additional training or educational meetings.
Participate in safety training, know the location and contents of the safety manual, and understand the location and use of applicable safety equipment.
Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections as needed.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.