Clinical Laboratory Scientist
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Job Location:
North Kingstown, RI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Our Company
Dominion Diagnostics is the premier provider of comprehensive clinical quantitative urine and blood drug testing medication monitoring and support services nationwide. Serving hundreds of clients in a variety of medical specialties we provide actionable information to improve patient care and medical outcomes in the treatment of Chronic Pain and Addiction Medicine.
Our Core Values
Integrity
Accountability
Accuracy
We have several employee recognition programs and were awarded Best Places to Work in RI for the past 4 years in a row prior to being recognized as a Great Place to Work for the second consecutive year in March 2025. As well as Great Place to Work in Health Care for 2024 and 2025.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical dental and vision coverage; a 401 (k) plan with an employer match paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; and other voluntary benefits such as Pet addition an annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based on organizational and individual performance. This position is bonus eligible! Employees and their family members have full access to our Employee Assistance Program which includes resources for work/life solutions such as one free legal consultation and referrals for emotional support/counseling.
Dominion Diagnostics provides all technical staff with free access to a comprehensive library of continuing education classes through MediaLab. MediaLabs P.A.C.E approved continuing education credits are accepted by ACSP AMT and all licensure states.
Tired of working in a hospital and having to rotate major holidays Dominion is closed for all major Holidays (Memorial Day 4th of July Labor Day Thanksgiving Christmas & New Years Day). No more hoping you dont have to work while family and friends are celebrating. At Dominion youre more than just a number. Come be part of a team that sets the industry standard!
Location and Hours:
Our headquarters is located in North Kingstown RI. This opportunity is to work full time Tuesday Saturday (Hours available 10 am 6 pm & 12 noon 8 pm set schedule).
About the Role:
Be part of a team that makes a difference!! Dominion Diagnostics is a nationally acclaimed industry leader in the world of innovative laboratory science. Our expertise includes comprehensive urine toxicology testing chemistry hematology serology infectious disease and immunology. Voted one of Rhode Islands Best Places to Work the past four years and counting. Our in-house research and development team keeps Dominion on the leading edge of proprietary assay development. Whatever your professional laboratory interests are we offer an avenue to pursue them.
The Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and /or monitoring of various disease states and/or drug use. Follows standardized procedures in the preparation and analysis of patient specimens. Analyzes test results for accuracy acceptability and critical limits (when applicable).
Essential Responsibilities:
- Works collaboratively with team members both within and outside of the General Laboratory department to identify troubleshoot and resolve issues.
- Performs diagnostic testing procedures in multiple clinical specialties including but not limited to hematology immunology general chemistry toxicology and urinalysis.
- Prepares solutions reagents standards and controls in accordance with the laboratorys documented standard operating procedures.
- Prepares samples for analysis using manual testing platforms as well as high volume automated instrumentation.
- Operates and maintains laboratory equipment ensuring that calibration and maintenance functions are performed as required in the laboratorys standard operating procedures.
- Reviews and interprets tests results.
- Enters test results into the LIS within the scope of assigned and authorized functions as defined in the laboratorys documented procedures.
- Notifies physicians and other healthcare providers promptly of critical lab results following established protocols for reporting and communication.
- Responds promptly to voicemails and/or e-mails received in the laboratory.
- Performs corrective action when a test system fails to function within the laboratorys and/or manufacturers specifications.
- Maintains written documentation of all corrective action performed.
- Adheres to the laboratorys quality control (QC) protocols ensuring that all tests meet regulatory standards and guidelines.
- Participates in proficiency testing internal audits external audits/inspections and other quality assurance activities.
- Maintains documentation and records required for regulatory compliance.
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in biological chemical clinical or medical laboratory science.
- Associate degree in clinical laboratory science.
Physical Requirements:
- Physical stamina including standing for long periods walking bending and reaching to perform tests and managing equipment.
- Ability to perform repetitive manual tasks using hands and fingers for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to handle small tools instruments and laboratory equipment with precision.
- Must be able to wear PPE such as lab coats masks gloves and eye protection.
- Ability to handle chemicals safely.
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
Dominion Diagnostics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity sexual orientation age non-disqualifying physical or mental disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need.
Required Experience:
IC
