What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Lab Scientist Lead position at St. Mary's/Clearwater Valley Hospital and Clinics?
Responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures. Assists in the oversight of the day to day operation of the laboratory in collaboration with the Laboratory Manager.
Essential Job Functions:
- Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor.
- Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
- According to policy and procedures performs daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed, maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate. Performs calibration of equipment as required.
- Reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
- Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient specimens when problems occur. Notifies the supervisor if unable to solve the problem.
- Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions and safety procedures. When handling blood and/or body fluids, universal precaution procedures will be followed in order to minimize exposure to infectious diseases. Safety policies and procedures will be followed when using chemicals.
- Performs phlebotomy (venipunctures, finger sticks, and bleeding times) as appropriate for the patient requiring this procedure.
- Will be assigned to proportionate share of call with other laboratory staff.
- Responsible for organizing trainings, competencies and proficiencies for all technical MLT/MLS positions.
- Follows hospital exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.
- Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times. Follows HIPAA regulations and policies.
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function. Communicate with patients, families and co-workers in person, in writing and on telephone.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience performing accurate and appropriate testing of specimens.
- Associate’s degree in a relevant science required, bachelor’s degree preferred. MLT (ASCP) or equivalent registration or has completed a technician training program in a school accredited/approved by HHS, or MLT eligible under Medicare laboratory regulations.
- 6 months internship; preferred.
- Four months’ clinical laboratory internship preferred.
- Two years of work experience in a high complexity laboratory.
- ASCP or similar certification is preferred.
- Able to multitask and prioritize. Familiar with EMR system and accurate data entry skills.
Full time
SMH is EOE
