Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS-MT

JOB SUMMARY The Medical Laboratory Scientist-MSL-MT performs laboratory analysis, evaluates laboratory results and reports results promptly and accurately. Recognizes and solves basic laboratory problems, supervises other laboratorians and assists in maintenance of laboratory systems. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education / Experience : Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science OR documented equivalent education and training per ASCP Board of Certification alternate routes for certification Licensure / Certification / Registration : ASCP certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) within twelve (12) months of hire into this position, or if hired prior to 1 / 1 / 2004, certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT). Those hired without valid certification are encouraged to take the first available examination after their date of hire and pass this certifying exam within three (3) consecutive administrations of the exam within twelve (12) months of hire. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Education : N / A Experience : N / A Licensure / Certification / Registration : ASCP Certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) at times of hire. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of current clinical laboratory procedures and policies; knowledge of laboratory test results and their correlation with physiologic condition; knowledge of laboratory safety practices; technical ability in the following clinical laboratory departments hematology, chemistry, immunohematology and blood banking, microbiology, serology, coagulation and urinalysis. Ability to organize work and meet deadlines; extensive ability to perform duties accurately and efficiently, often while under stress; to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions; to operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments; to maintain absolute accuracy in regard to patient name, Id number and results; to maintain accurate records. READING - Intermediate : Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. WRITING - Intermediate : Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, or procedures. SPEAKING - Intermediate : Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group situations or before groups of customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Intermediate Skills : Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw or interpret bar graphs to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. REASONING ABILITY - Intermediate Skills : Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT PHYSICAL DEMANDS Stand - Continuously Over 2 / 3 (5.5 - 8 hours) Walk - Continuously Over 2 / 3 (5.5 - 8 hours) Sit - Frequently 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 (2.5 - 5.5 hours) Use hands to finger, handle, or feel - Continuously Over 2 / 3 (5.5 - 8 hours) Reach with hands and arms - Frequently 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 (2.5 - 5.5 hours) Stoop, Squat, Kneel, or Crouch - Occasionally Under 1 / 3 (1-2.5 hours) Bending-repetitive forward - Occasionally Under 1 / 3 (1-2.5 hours) Talk or hear - Continuously Over 2 / 3 (5.5 - 8 hours) Color Vision. LIFTING REQUIREMENTS Up to 10 pounds - Continuously Over 2 / 3 (5.5 - 8 hours) Up to 25 pounds - Frequently 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 (2.5 - 5.5 hours) Up to 35 pounds - Occasionally Under 1 / 3 (1-2.5 hours) WORK ENVIRONMENT Typical Noise Level - Moderate noise (examples : business office with computers and printers, light traffic) WORKING CONDITIONS Regularly exposed to risk of blood borne diseases. Exposed to reagents used in laboratory testing; may be exposed to / occasionally exposed to unpleasant patient elements. Exposed to hazards from electrical and mechanical equipment. Employees working at a benefit eligible status have access to the following benefit plans : Health and dental insurance Retirement Life insurance Disability Paid Time Off