Medical Laboratory Scientist

This is an evening shift role, working hours will be 3pm - 11:30pm with a weekend rotation.

General Summary of Position

Performs a variety of laboratory testing from waived to high complexity per Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA). Will work in one or more laboratory sections. Evaluates and reports results for use in patient diagnosis and treatment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Subject Matter Expert (SME) and knowledge resource for lab.
• Prepare specimens for routine laboratory assays.
• Run laboratory assays and analysis.
• Review and verifies results to ensure data validity and interprets results.
• Apply appropriate procedural techniques related to specimen procurement and handling instrument operation operator maintenance application of universal precautions and inventory monitoring.
• Perform and document quality control procedures and proficiency testing in accordance with established parameters and standards.
• Accurately enter assay results into client reports
• Resolve validity issues and amend reports.
• Provide phlebotomy and other specimen collection.
• Ensure client turnaround times (TATs) are met.
• Fill all reagents needed and document quality control information for equipment used
• Prepare equipment for next shift (fill reagents run controls etc.).
• Document and report problems to supervisor.
• Clean and stock supplies in work area.
• Enter and track client sample and result information.
• Perform maintenance procedures as directed.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and abnormal test results.
• Assist and train new technical staff.
• Assist in development of new procedures and protocols to improve efficiency of department. Act as a resource for the department other departments other labs and client inquiries.
• Can manage the department in the absence of the supervisor. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimal Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, required.

Experience

• 1-2 years previous MLS experience in comparable clinical laboratory setting, including chemistry, hematology, blood bank and micro set up is required.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Medical Lab Scientist-ASCP or equivalent, preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to comprehend and follow the policies and procedures for MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.
• Ability to read write and speak or communicate in English to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position.
• Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior that supports the hospital's mission values and commitment to compliance with all federal state and regulatory laws. Inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity within the scope of daily activities.
• Exhibits professionalism courtesy and excellent customer service while interacting with patients guests and co-workers.
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to read understand and follow applicable standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ability to understand and follow laboratory safety procedures
• Ability to understand and follow quality control procedures.
• Ability to interpret and report out on results; proficiency testing.
• Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts practices procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas identifying issues and respecting team members.