What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Scientist position at medstar?
A Brief Overview
Performs routine and specialized assays and provides technical advice and information in the core laboratory to provide data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Analyzes body fluids, cells and products to identify abnormal and critical disorders associated with disease processes. Working hours for this role are 11pm-7:30am, Monday- Friday with weekend rotation.
Job Description
- Evaluates specimen adequacy for test performance; obtains specimens for quantitative and qualitative analyses.
- Reviews/verifies test results, recognizes and follows through on abnormal/unusual results and communicates same to appropriate personnel. Accurately completes all required documentation.
- Performs routine and specialized testing in assigned area. Correlates laboratory findings with disease stage, integrates and relates data from other laboratory specialty areas. Confirms abnormal results and specimen discrepancies and institutes correct follow-up procedures.
- Performs and documents daily quality control and quality assurance measures to assure that tolerance limits are not exceeded. Advises supervisor of quality assurance/quality control problems. Evaluates CAP and other survey proficiency testing materials as required.
- Analyzes technical problems pertaining to collection of specimen, laboratory data and instrumentation. Determines cause and rectifies problems in accordance with guidelines and procedures.
- Calibrates instruments. Performs and documents preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment and instruments. Recognizes sources of repair and maintains appropriate documentation.
- Maintains adequate reagents/supplies in the work area and/or on the instruments to avoid delay in sample processing.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Medical or Clinical Laboratory Science or closely related field.
- 1-2 years of clinical laboratory training/experience performing high complexity testing.
- ASCP MLS Certification or equivalent.
