Medical Laboratory Scientist- Hospital

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates leadership in all aspects of laboratory practice and serves as a technical resource.
• Demonstrates proficiency in general laboratory practice including Blood Bank, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Immunology, Limited Microbiology, Microscopy, Molecular Microbiology, Phlebotomy, Urinalysis, and specimen handling and processing.
• Demonstrates working knowledge in contemporary laboratory accreditation and regulations and actively participates in the accreditation process.
• Successfully performs required quality control and proficiency testing and actively participates in evaluation of QC/PT data and development of corrective actions and follow-up, as needed.
• Actively participates in quality management process, as needed.
• Performs required preventative maintenance on analytical equipment and troubleshoots problems with appropriate follow-up.
• Maintains accurate records of testing, quality control, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Serves as a resource for clinicians and Branch Clinic Laboratory personnel, as needed.
• Instructs patients in proper collection procedures.
• Actively participates in review/revision of laboratory procedures and policies on an ongoing basis.
• Assists with the evaluation and development of new or improved test systems, as assigned.
• Assists with new employee orientation and competency assessment with performance evaluation and documentation.
• Complies with organization/department policies, procedures, and requirements for mandatory education, as required.
• Actively participates in maintaining a safe work environment.
• Actively participates in maintenance and management of adequate inventory with required documentation.
• Performs other duties as requested.