| Just like the children we serve, Children's Hospital & Medical Center is growing and hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform patient laboratory testing, instrument calibration, maintenance troubleshooting, quality control testing, and equipment function verification in the areas of hematology, microscopy, coagulation, chemistry, microbiology, virology and serology. Report and interpret laboratory test results and advises and consults with the medical, nursing and laboratory staff. Essential Functions/Competencies % of Time 35% 1. Performs laboratory tests on patient specimens in the areas of Hematology, Chemistry, Microscopy, Coagulation, Microbiology, Virology and Serology to assist in identifying medical disorders and to monitor ongoing patient therapy. 10% 2. Utilizes LIS for reporting patient results, documenting quality control and distribution of data. 5% 3. Checks instrument calibration and reagent reactivity by assaying quality control specimens to assure accurate patient test results. 5% 4. Evaluates results of patient testing, quality control and survey testing, takes appropriate action to prevent compromises in patient care. 5% 5. Participates throughout the calendar year in proficiency testing. 5% 6. Performs troubleshooting, function checks and maintenance procedures to keep equipment and instruments in proper working order. 5% 7. Maintains adequate inventory levels and stocking of supplies and reagents. 5% 8. Supports new staff in training as necessary. 5% 9. Prepares specimens to be sent to referral laboratories and reports test results as they are returned. 5% 10. Obtains blood specimens from patients using standardized capillary or venipuncture procedures as ordered by the physician. 5% 11. Consults with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals concerning requested services and test results. 5% 12. Performs the duties of Charge Technologist as stated in the Policies and Procedures Manual when assigned. Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job. Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section SECONDARY FUNCTIONS/COMPETENCIES 5% 1. Performs other duties as assigned 100% KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: - Skill in performing capillary and venipuncture collections
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: - Current and valid Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or equivalent certification with the American Society of Clinical Pathology or other equivalent certifying agency required, within six months of hire
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