Trinity Health
Location
Boise, Idaho
The Clinical Lab Scientist performs medical laboratory procedures for patient diagnosis and treatment, correlating and integrating data while utilizing professional judgment regarding laboratory techniques and quality control. Key duties include performing scheduled QC, routine maintenance, verifying specimen suitability, accurately performing testing, reporting critical results, and monitoring supply inventory.
A Bachelor's Degree is required, along with certification as a Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) by the ASCP, or eligibility with attainment within one year. Completion of medical technology training is mandatory, and prior experience in a clinical laboratory is preferred.
Bachelor's Degree Required. Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or equivalent certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) required or registry eligible and obtained within 1 year of hire date. Completion of medical technology training required. Experience in a clinical laboratory preferred. Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship WHAT YOU WILL DO: Performs, records and reviews scheduled QC. Takes immediate corrective action when QC data is outside established limits. Performs and records routine maintenance of equipment. Recognizes and documents poor instrument performance and takes appropriate action independently. Verifies specimen labeling, integrity and suitability before performing testing. Accurately performs low, medium and high complexity testing procedures according to established protocols and regulatory requirements. Reports test results accurately and appropriately. Reports critical test results to physician, nursing station or physician office according to established protocol. Ability to prioritize work to maintain maximum efficiency. Uses spare time to assist other areas as needed. Performs phlebotomy when needed according to laboratory policies and procedures. Monitors supply inventory and takes appropriate action to ensure that needed supplies are readily available. Reviews work performed by clinical laboratory assistants. Performs corrective actions if required. Performs expected tasks without direction of supervisor. Ensures accuracy of work being reported by assigned department. Examines review lists, pending logs and the like. Resolves problems immediately and communicates with oncoming shift, nurses/physicians as appropriate. Works independently and troubleshoots analyzers by calling tech support, etc. HIGHLIGHTS and BENEFITS: When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon. We offer market-competitive pay. Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop. We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow. Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more! Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are committed to promoting diversity in its workforce and to providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and respect. We are committed to recruit and retain a diverse staff reflective of the communities we serve. Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.
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