Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs, interprets, and reports clinical laboratory testing on human biological specimen types. This position does not directly manage other caregivers but may provide feedback on their work.

Requirements

• Performs laboratory analysis of human biological specimens submitted for testing
• Accurately documents results into the Laboratory Information System
• Ensures that specimens for analysis are appropriate and adequate to provide meaningful results
• Performs, evaluates, and documents quality control, quality assurance, proficiency testing, and calibration procedures
• Reviews and evaluates test results prior to release
• Takes remedial steps to ensure the accuracy of suspect results
• Performs specimen handling, reagent preparation, test system maintenance, and chemical/biologics handling procedures
• Appropriately refers issues beyond scope of practice to a discipline/sub-discipline specialist, supervisor, or pathologist
• Performs all duties in a professional and ethical manner and in accordance with all regulatory requirements
• Obtains blood samples via arterial, venous, or capillary puncture according to laboratory policies and procedures

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Health insurance