Medical Lab Technician/ Medical Lab Scientist

Medical Lab Scientist-Associate

Education - Bachelor’s degree in related field required. Complete a US equivalency for individuals with foreign education.

Experience – None

Vaccination record – Must have

· MMR

· Varicella

· Flu

· TB within the year if over 1 yr, then 2 step is required.

JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, responsible for providing technical skills in organizing and performing various medical laboratory procedures and clinical laboratory techniques.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field required. Complete a US equivalency for individuals with foreign education.

Additional Licenses and Certifications

Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologist or equivalent or eligibility to obtain certification within 2 years of hire date is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Excellent customer service for both internal and external customers.

2. Knowledge of general laboratory, safety and quality control, principles, techniques, and terminology, and use of complex medical equipment.

3. Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

4. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

5. Ability to work in a Laboratory Information System.

6. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

7. Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.

Job Duties

1. Performs routine laboratory procedures recognizing deviation from expected results.

2. Analyzes and corrects problems with the assistance of more senior personnel.

3. Performs Quality Control and calibrations on instruments.

4. Performs weekly preventative maintenance on laboratory instruments and equipment.

5. Accessions samples for in-house testing and referral laboratory testing.

6. Secures media and supplies for clinical testing or research studies and manages supply requests.

7. Assists in the review and revision of laboratory policies and procedures and in the preparation for

laboratory inspections by various regulatory/accrediting agencies.

8. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Working Environment

Office Environment

Lab Environment

Exposure

Needle Sticks

Human blood or Pathogens

Toxic or caustic chemicals

Odor or fumes

Electrical current

Job Type: Temp-to-hire

Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Medical Specialty:

• Hematology
• Pathology

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Vaccination record – Must have which includes MMR, Varicella, Flu, TB within the year if over 1 yr then 2 step is required

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• medical lab / clinical lab: 4 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• ASCP Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $30