Medical Laboratory Scientist

TheMedical Laboratory Scientistoversees the efficient operation, analysis, and reporting of blood tests in the lab, specializing in clinical chemistry, hematology, and immunoassay testing. Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, quality control, quality assurance, calibration, SOP updates, and documentation. Instruments include the Beckman AU 480,DxH, and Access 2.

PrimaryDuties &Responsibilities:

• Performstesting with accuracy andensures reporting through LIS into patientcharts.

• Centrifuge and aliquot specimen samples based on testing specifications.

• Performs QC and QA.

• Assiststhe managerin meeting department regulatory agency requirements (CAP, CLIA, etc.)

• Calibrates, cleans,and performs controls on the Clinical Analyzer instrumentation asfor properoperation andmaintenance of the instrument.

• Maintainsaccuratelogs and records asfor CLIA certification. 

• Keeps supplies fully stocked.

• Organizesandaccessesspecimens/paperwork and keeps records of tests. 

• Responsible for all reagent preparation within the section

Pleasenotethis job description is not designed to cover orcontaina comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilitiesrequired ofthe employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time,with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related field.

• Certification through ASCP as an MLT or MLS isand will be verified before employment.

• Minimum of one-year relevant experience as a Medical LaboratoryScientistwith Clinical Laboratory experience required.  

Knowledge, Competencies & Skills:

• Ability to multi-task, self-motivation, reliability, and accountability in meeting timelines.

• Excellent computer software, LIS, and data analysis/QC practice

• Strong communicationskills, both verbal& written.

• Mustdemonstratea high levelof professionalism.

• Maintain HIPAA compliance.

Direct Reports:

• N/A.

Travel:

• This is a fully onsite position with no travel.

Physical Requirements for theJob:

• Regularly required to sit and stand for extendedperiods.

• Involves standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, and twisting. 

• Requires full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.

• Finger dexterity isto manipulate objects with fingers.

• Sharp focus to adjust vision when doing close work that changes in distance from eyes.​

Job Type:Full-TimePay Range:$27.00 - $36.00 per hour Actual compensation offered to candidates is based on work experience, education, skill level,and geographic location. Compensation may vary depending on the state or region in which theposition islocated,in accordance withapplicable laws.This position has no close date. Applications will be accepted until an offer has been extendedand accepted.Equal Opportunity Employer:Our Practice is an equal opportunity employer. We do notdiscriminatebased onrace, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteranstatus, or sexual orientation.The successful candidate(s) for any UUG position will be subject to a pre-employmentbackground check.