Medical Laboratory Scientist
Company: Gtt Llc
Location: Bradford
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Medical Laboratory ScientistContract Duration 4 MonthsJob
Responsibilities:The Medical Laboratory Scientist will follow the
laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test
analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test
results;Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing
samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens;Analyze
specimens using approved testing procedures (see department
SOPs).Review and release test results.Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and
safety guidelines as described in their respective
guidelines.Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies,
document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural
calibrations, and all maintenance performed;Follow the laboratory's
established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not
within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of
performance.Identify problems that may adversely affect test
performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems
encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or
supervisor.The Medical Laboratory Scientist will document all
corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the
laboratory's established performance specifications.Follow the
department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to
clients.If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab
personnel.Maintain complete records of all testing performed
on-site.Maintain the general appearance of the department.Make sure
reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if
applicable opened dates.Review/train on new procedures.Attend
monthly department and any additional training/educational
meetings.The Medical Laboratory Scientist will participate in all
applicable safety training sessions. Know the location and contents
of the safety manual. Know the location/use of all applicable
safety equipment.If needed, participate in government or regulatory
agency inspections.Perform other duties as directed by the
supervisor.Required Knowledge:A solid understanding of basic
laboratory testing is required for this position.The Medical
Laboratory Scientist will must possess good computer skills and be
able to adapt to working in multiple computer systems.Must have
knowledge of QC and QA as well as knowledge of all areas of the
laboratory.Education:BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA
in Chemistry or Biology, or associate degree in a Laboratory
Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a
Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 published on March 14,
1990.Foreign-educated candidates must provide a detailed credential
evaluation from IERF (International Education Research
Foundation).United States-educated candidates must provide a
detailed original transcript.A successful candidate should possess
or be eligible for national certification as an MT / MLT from a
recognized organization (ASCP or AMT).Work Experience:1-year
Clinical experience (high complexity testing) is preferred.Minimum
of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex
testing for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology.National and
State licensure as required.Special Requirements:Must have the
ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures
simultaneously.Must interact with other departments.Contact with
clients may be required, good customer service skills are
important.Must protect patient confidentiality at all
times.Benefits:Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans401k
Retirement FundAbout The Company:Our client empowers people to take
action to improve health outcomes. Derived from the world's largest
database of clinical lab results, our diagnostic insights reveal
new avenues to identify and treat disease, inspire healthy
behaviors, and improve healthcare management.The company annually
serves one in three adult Americans and half the physicians and
hospitals in the United States, and their 47,000 employees
understand that, in the right hands and with the right context,
their diagnostic insights can inspire actions that transform
lives.As the worlds leading provider of diagnostic information
services, this company is committed to positively impacting the
communities they are a part of by promoting a healthier world,
building value for all their stakeholders, and creating an
inspiring and inclusive workplace. Inclusion and Diversity are
woven into who they are and what they do. The company is inspired
by the experiences and perspectives of its diverse employees.
Diversity of thought and authentic connections empower this company
to create valuable solutions and deliver inclusive care to their
patients and communities.#gttqstby Jobble
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