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About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an approved college or university and/or graduation from an accredited school of medical technology, or an accepted equivalent such as qualifying military training or a qualifying HHS examination as described in the cited CLIA regulations.
• Meet CLIA criteria for high-complexity testing under 42 CFR 493.1489 and 42 CFR 493.1491.
• Be registered or registry-eligible with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT, or CSMLS); registry eligibility must be completed within 12 months of hire.
• For non-U.S.-trained personnel, complete an equivalency evaluation through ECE, NACES, or AICE within 30 days of hire.
• Obtain state licensure if required.
• Analytical ability to interpret and analyze test results.
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with all areas of a physician office.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate laboratory equipment.
• Visual acuity to closely examine specimens.

Nice To Haves

• Six months to one year of medical laboratory technologist or clinical laboratory scientist experience in an acute care facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative and qualitative laboratory tests on patient specimens according to standard formulas and procedures.
• Analyze test results and prepare samples for testing.
• Calculate test findings and maintain records.
• Prepare solutions, reagents, media, stains, and other testing materials, and determine their validity.
• Process and test all types of laboratory specimens.
• Review and report laboratory results.
• Perform operational duties and maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and equipment at an advanced level.
• Act as a resource to other laboratory personnel.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts
• Healthcare flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Pet insurance
• Legal insurance
• Accident and critical illness insurance
• Long-term care insurance
• Elder and childcare benefits
• Auto and home insurance
• $5,000 sign-on bonus with required relevant experience