Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist II
Profession: Medical Laboratory Scientist
Specialty: Transfusion Medicine Service
Duration: Full-time
Shift: Nights
Hours per Shift: 10 hours (9:30 PM – 7:30 AM)
Experience:
- Two years of experience if holding an Associate's Degree with MLT certification
- Two years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Biological Science with ASCP categorical certification
- No experience required with a Bachelor's Degree in Clinical/Medical Lab Science and MT/MLS certification
License:
- MLT (ASCP) or MLT (AMT) certification for those with an Associate's Degree
- ASCP categorical certification for those with a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Biological Science
- MT/MLS (ASCP) or MT/MLS (AMT) certification for those with a Bachelor's Degree in Clinical/Medical Lab Science
Certifications:
- Required certifications as listed above
Must-Have:
- Blood bank testing experience including Type and Screen, Antibody Identification, DAT, Eluate, Phenotyping, and Antigen Typing.
- Experience in product modifications such as syringe aliquots and irradiation.
- Protocol experience such as MTP and emergency release.
Description:
Performs a variety of patient testing and administrative tasks in support of clinical activities.
Demonstrates advanced competencies in producing accurate laboratory test results, including all levels of CLIA-outlined testing and problem-solving.
Maintains and investigates problems with equipment, test results, specimens, and workflow.
Demonstrates laboratory knowledge and skills while working independently.
Evaluates laboratory testing requests for appropriateness and applies critical decision-making skills to determine diagnostic testing needs.
Participates on teams and/or performs special projects and assignments.
Serves as a technical resource.
Performs quality control, proficiency testing, and monitors accuracy and precision of laboratory testing.
Prepares reagents and assists in the preparation of standard and control materials.
Monitors reagent levels and assists in maintaining supplies.
Participates in teaching various types of learners and training new employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.