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Job Summary
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Summary
The Medical Laboratory Scientist I in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA is responsible for specimen processing test performance and reporting of both waived and non-waived test results. Under general supervision each individual performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory manager and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individuals education training or experience and technical abilities.
Does this position require Patient Care
No
Essential Functions
As outlined by CLIA after successful completion of orientation training and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role:
Follow the laboratorys 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 samples.
Adhere to the laboratorys quality control policies and document all quality control activities instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
Follow the laboratorys established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratorys established acceptable levels of performance.
Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor technical consultant technical supervisor clinical consultant or director.
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratorys established performance specifications. (42 CFR 493..1495)
Education
Bachelors Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelors Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelors Degree Laboratory Sciences required and
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No
Licenses and Credentials
Medical Technologist (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred
Experience
lab experience 1-2 years required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Must have basic understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation maintenance and repair and analytic techniques.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have the ability to pay careful attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.
- Must be able to perform as a team member.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff including physicians hospital personnel employees and patients.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Onsite
1153 Centre Street
40
Regular
Evening (United States of America)
Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religious creed national origin sex age gender identity disability sexual orientation military service genetic information and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .
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