Clinical/Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician

About the Role

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities and is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and prepare specimens according to standard protocols and procedures.
• Perform laboratory tests and calculations to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Perform quality control procedures and evaluate test performance and results.
• Calibrate, maintain, and monitor equipment used in analytical determinations.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient-related information.
• Perform, develop, and interpret routine and/or specialized laboratory testing independently without error, within established time frames.
• Perform, analyze, and record quality control and instrument maintenance/troubleshooting, making judgments concerning results, and taking appropriate action necessary to maintain accuracy and precision.
• Escalate appropriately when results are out of control and ensure adequate documentation of corrective action.
• Adhere to regulatory compliance guidelines and maintain an awareness of accreditation standards for laboratories by reviewing the most current checklist/standards.
• Follow safety guidelines, OIG compliance requirements, and protocol for proficiency testing of samples.
• Participate in performance improvement opportunities by assisting in the collection and analysis of data.
• Support business development and cost reduction initiatives by managing supply and reagent inventory.
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction, adapting explanation of services or procedures, requesting permissions, and communication style.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Remain knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensure compliance.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment in performing duties and conflict resolution.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Required

• Associate's Degree/College Diploma in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science.
• OR military MLT certificate.
• Required: Copy of Transcript.

Minimum Work Experience

• Preferred: Hospital or Clinical Laboratory Testing experience.

Minimum Certifications Required

• Current Clinical Lab Scientist Technician, OR Generalist Trainee permit or Lab Assistant license in the state of practice (if applicable) and must obtain Clinical Lab Scientist Technician license within 90 days of hire.
• ASCP, AMT, or AAB certification as Medical Lab Technician must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Any incumbents certified by ASCP on or after January 1, 2004, must successfully complete the requirements of the ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program.

Preferred Education Required

• Bachelor's Degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science.
• Required: Copy of Transcript.

Preferred Certifications Required

• Current license in the state of practice (if applicable).

Specific Certification Requirements

• ASCP, AMT or AAB generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist OR ASCP categorical or AAB individual discipline certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist ONLY if working in a designated Academic Medical Center facility.
• Any incumbents certified by ASCP on or after January 1, 2004, must successfully complete the requirements of the ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
• Works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases.
• Occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
• Potential occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment.