Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Job title:

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

At Indigenuity, we aim to provide efficient and high-quality laboratory analysis for diagnosis and treatment and improve health and well-being among underserved populations. Through social entrepreneurship and enterprise principles, we seek to bridge the gap in health disparities by delivering innovative solutions and services tailored to the unique needs of underrepresented communities. Our commitment ensures equitable access to diagnostic and analysis tools and health-focused services, empowering individuals and communities to lead healthier and prosperous lives. Together, we strive to make a lasting impact on health outcomes and create a more inclusive, compassionate, and thriving world.

Job position description:

We’re looking for a full-time Clinical Laboratory Scientist who will analyze various biological specimens and will be responsible for testing samples and reporting results to physicians. The clinical laboratory scientist performs testing in different departments of the clinical lab, such as hematology, chemistry, and toxicology. 

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The clinical laboratory scientist is responsible for the technical and scientific oversight of the laboratory. Essential functions include:
• Accessible to the laboratory to provide on-site, telephone, or electronic consultation as needed.
• Selection of test methods appropriate for clinical inclusion of results.
• Establishment of method verification procedures adequate to determine accuracy, precision, and other pertinent performance characteristics of each test method.
• Ensuring that the laboratory is enrolled in an HHS-approved proficiency testing program that includes all testing performed in the laboratory.
• Ensure the laboratory’s proficiency testing performance is evaluated and the appropriate personnel identifies necessary corrective action.
• Establish a quality control program that includes parameters for acceptable performance.
• Establish an acceptable level of analytical performance for all laboratory testing, including the pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases.
• Ensure that significant deviations from the laboratory’s established performance specifications are identified, necessary remedial actions are initiated and documented, and patient test results are only reported when the system functions correctly.
• Identify staff training needs and ensure regular in-service training and education for staff.
• Evaluation of the performance of each staff person semi-annually from the date of employment and thereafter, on an annual basis, and when new systems or methods are introduced for testing.
• Assessment of staff competency to adequately perform all phases of assigned laboratory activities, including pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical duties.

This may include:

o As applicable, direct observation of the test performances, including pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical activities.

o Monitoring the reporting of test results.

o Reviewing worksheets, logs, quality control results, proficiency testing results, and maintenance records.

o Assessment of test performance by utilizing previously analyzed samples, proficiency testing samples, or internal blind testing samples.

o Assessment of problem-solving skills.

The statements provided in this position description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work the individual assigned to this position performs. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential functions, duties, knowledge, skills, abilities, and responsibilities of this position. 

Qualifications/Experience/Educations:

Education

The clinical laboratory scientist must have one of the following for education:

1. Qualified as a Laboratory Director by one of the following criteria:

Is a licensed MD, DO, or DPM and possesses a current license to practice in this state AND

a. Board-certified in Anatomic or Clinical Pathology, OR

b. Has one year of lab training or experience in the specialty of non-waived testing in the areas of laboratory service of responsibility

OR

2.Possess a doctoral or master’s degree in laboratory science and have at least one year of lab training or experience in the specialty of non-waived testing in the areas of laboratory service of responsibility.

OR

3.Possess a bachelor’s degree in laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution and have at least four (4) years of laboratory training or experience in the specialty of non-waived testing in the area of laboratory service of responsibility. The training or experience requirements may be acquired concurrently for multiple specialties.

Certifications and Licensure

·ASCP, AMT, or equivalent will be considered.

·Current Montana State Licensure or eligible for Montana State Licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS).

Qualifications

• Experience with laboratory information systems.
• Experience in relevant areas of the clinical laboratory.
• Experience in Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills using email, telephone, and in person.

As a team member at Indigenuity, you’ll enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays

Location:

St. John's United

Billings, Montana

59101

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Indigenuity Clinical Lab, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Indigenuity does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

The statements provided in this position description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work the individual assigned to this position performs. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential functions, duties, knowledge, skills, abilities, and responsibilities of this position.

Salary : $76,730 - $96,580