Medical Lab Scientist

at St. Mary's Health & Clearwater Valley Health in Orofino, Idaho, United States

Job Description

Responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures.

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.
• 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.
• ASCP or similar certification is preferred.
• Able to multitask and prioritize.
• Familiar with EMR system and accurate data entry skills.

Full time, 40 hours per week

CVH is EOE