Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist
Classification: Full Time, Nonexempt, Non SCA
Department: Laboratory
Reports To: Lab Manager Schedule:Monday–Friday day shift – no weekends** POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, provides state of the art laboratory testing, from neonates to geriatric patients. ESSENTIAL DUTIES:- Processes and tests specimens for clinical studies in accordance with established DGDC policies and procedures, based upon the age and the condition of the patient.
- Review’s test results and applies the correct clinical interpretation of that data.
- Report’s lab results accurately and responsively, to include use of a laboratory information system.
- Processes blood and other body fluids to perform various microscopic analyses.
- Specialize in laboratory instrumentation and equipment, to include operational maintenance.
- Communicate information to others about test results, methodology, specificity; answer questions about specific factors that can influence test results.
- Performs proper specimen handling and processing.
- Perform proficiency testing as routine workload.
- Makes patients and the public feel respected and welcome.
- Attends all mandatory in -services.
- Complies with policies on safety, hazardous materials, standard and transmission-based precautions, and infection control. Keeps a neat and clean work area.
- Must maintain regular, consistent attendance.
- Adheres to acceptable standards of business ethics and integrity, and complies with all federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in all aspects of business and always.
- Prepares standard solutions, reagents, stains, and controls.
- Performs all testing in a timely manner; expedite Stats; communicate all Panic values.
- Performs basic clerical functions in reviewing and stapling reports.
- May assist in the writing of procedure manuals.
- May teach students in medical technology.
- Possesses good verbal and written communication skills, to include proper use of the telephone.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Meets and documents continuing education requirements as necessary to maintain certifications and to meet regulatory requirements.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
A.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: - Proper techniques, methods and procedures if basic clinical laboratory testing is required.
- A basic knowledge of how a laboratory functions, and the laboratory’s role in health care delivery is essential.
- Use of a computer data terminal is essential.
- Must be able to communicate orally as well as via the telephone.
- Must possess the skill to manually, or through automated means perform a variety of testing techniques, which may require the use of variable equipment, supplies, and solutions in a single procedure.
- Ability to discern all colors of the white light spectrum; exercise initiative and sound judgement, exercise courtesy and cooperation with patients and other customer contacts, as well as clinic and medical staff(s); instruct new employees/students in basic laboratory procedures.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - Frequent seating, standing, bending, twisting, reaching forward or overhead and use of stairs
- Frequent lifting of medical equipment up to 49 pounds
- Ability to move quickly in response to patient or office needs
- Clear vision and hearing to interact effectively with team members
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: - Must possess a minimum of a baccalaureate degree from an approved college or university and be a graduate of an accredited school of medical technology or equivalent. Military applicants must have completed both basic and advanced schools of medical laboratory training in addition to holding a baccalaureate degree.
- Experience is desirable, but not essential.
- Must be certified (registered) as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or be registry-eligible in accordance with an approved certifying agency, e.g., ASCP, AMT, or equivalent. Registry-eligible personnel must become certified within 1 year from date of hire.
SAFETY HAZARDS OF THE JOB: - Minimal hazards in a general office working condition as long as safety is followed in keeping power cords fastened to floors, walkways clear, filing cabinets closed, chairs in place, etc.: Yes
- Chemical Hazards: Yes
- Biological Hazards: Yes
- Personal Protective Equipment needed: Yes
- Describe equipment used: Clinical laboratory equipment such as analyzers, centrifuges, pipettes, microscopes, and computers.
EMPLOYER'S RIGHTS:
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated through the performance evaluation system and part of that evaluation will be based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.
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