Medical Laboratory Scientist - PRN

MedStar Health Research Institute

Baltimore, MD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$35.68–$64.71 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Clinical Laboratory, Clinical Pathology, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Consulting, Corrective Action, Cost Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Government Regulations, Inventory Management, Laboratory Analysis, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Techniques, Medical Diagnosis, Pathology, Precision Testing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Safety Standards, Sample/Specimen Processing, Set Goals, Staff Training, Statistics, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Baltimore, MD
POSTED
13 days ago

About the Job

This role is a PRN role, schedule may vary based on departmental need, however applicants must have week day availability.

General Summary of Position

Performs a variety of routine and special laboratory procedures in one or more laboratory sections. Evaluates and reports results for use in patient diagnosis and treatment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
  • Maintains inventory supply; stocks and maintains neat orderly work area.
  • Operates and maintains laboratory equipment in areas of assignment; troubleshoots problems; and validates and documents information as required per standard protocol.
  • Participates in surveys conducts established quality control of procedures evaluates results implements corrective action when indicated and ensures accuracy of test results.
  • Performs a wide variety of routine and special procedures following prescribed protocol and using manual or automated methods; calculates and reports results as established; consults with pathologist regarding difficult analysis or abnormal findings.
  • Prepares and evaluates statistical data cost analysis and daily tallies for monthly reports.
  • Prepares evaluates and labels reagents media etc. per procedure.
  • Processes specimens ensuring accuracy of identification; confidentiality of information; and appropriate preparation storage and transportation; may perform specimen procurement as required.
  • Sets up and evaluates new procedures; performs comparison studies for linearity precision accuracy etc.; and determines normal ranges.
  • Trains new employees and students. Instructs others in new procedures; evaluates and documents performance.
  • Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.

Minimal Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related science, required or
  • Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology may be considered.

Licenses and Certifications

  • ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist ASCP, preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Verbal and written communication skills.
  • Basic computer skills preferred.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /Hr.

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MedStar Health Research Institute