Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Medical Laboratory Scientist IThe Medical Laboratory Scientist I, in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, are responsible for specimen processing, test performance and for reporting waived and non-waived test results. Under general supervision, each individual performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory manager and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities.Does this position require Patient Care? NoEssential FunctionsFollow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.Follow the laboratory's established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical consultant, technical supervisor, clinical consultant or director; andDocument all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.QualificationsEducation Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required and Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

NoLicenses and Credentials Medical Technologist (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferredExperience lab experience 1-2 years requiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities - Must have basic understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques.- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.- Must have the ability to pay careful attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols, including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.- Must be able to perform as a team member.- Excellent interpersonal skills.- Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff including physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.Additional Job Details (if applicable)Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%)Walking Frequently (34-66%)Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbsPushing Occasionally (3-33%)Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)Balancing Frequently (34-66%)Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)Reaching Frequently (34-66%)Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)Feeling Constantly (67-100%)Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)Talking Constantly (67-100%)Hearing Constantly (67-100%)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location1153 Centre StreetScheduled Weekly Hours0Employee TypePer DiemWork ShiftRotating (United States of America)Pay Range$26.63 - $38.70/HourlyGrade6