Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Levels 1-3) - Core Pathology - Evening Shift

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**Lab Scientist Positions are available at levels 1-3 depending on experience and education.**

General Description:

Under general supervision, performs routine standardized clinical diagnostic tests in a medical laboratory.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Performs hematologic, chemical, microscopic, morphologic, immunologic and microbiologic patient testing in a prompt and reliable manner according to established hospital and departmental policies.
• May include working in the following Lab sections: Core Lab, Blood Bank, Microbiology, Virology, Molecular, Genetics, or Biochemical Genetics.
• Sets up new methodologies and develops procedural protocols.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and supports the hospital in meeting Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) and College of American Pathologists (CAP) accreditation standards.
• Special Requirement: Some positions may require approval in accordance with Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) guidelines for unescorted access to radioactive materials.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor of Science Degree OR Graduate of MLT program

Experience: None

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: certification based on assignment nationally recognized certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of laboratory principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of chemistry, hematology, microbiology, transfusion medicine (blood bank), and related laboratory specialties.
• Skill in performing clinical laboratory work independently.
• Ability to organize, analyze and evaluate tests in terms of laboratory controls and methods and in replicating analysis.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, presentation and facilitation skills
• Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office tools.

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