Clinical Lab Scientist Caldwell
Company: Saint Alphonsus Health System
Location: Caldwell
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Employment Type:Full timeShift:Description:At Saint Alphonsus
Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their
calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and
challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we
pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of
care.Relocation Incentive and Sign-on Bonus Available GENERAL
SUMMARY AND PURPOSE:Performs tests related to the diagnosis and
treatment of patient by utilizing various medical laboratory
procedures in the Clinical Laboratory. - Correlates and integrates
other patient data when interpreting test results. - Uses
professional judgment and has an in-depth knowledge of laboratory
techniques, scientific principles, quality control, and instrument
maintenance. - Recognizes problems, identifies causes, and
determines alternative methods and solutions. -SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE,
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's Degree Required. Medical
Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Clinical
Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or equivalent certification by the
American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) required or registry
eligible and obtained within 1 year of hire date. Completion of
medical technology training required. -Experience in a clinical
laboratory preferred.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Knows, understands,
incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision,
and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.Demonstrates
knowledge and compliance with all departmental policies and
procedures relevant to the scope of activities including safety
policies.Performs, records and reviews scheduled QC. -Takes
immediate corrective action when QC data is outside established
limits.Performs and records routine maintenance of equipment.
-Recognizes and documents poor instrument performance and takes
appropriate action independently.Verifies specimen labeling,
integrity and suitability before performing testing.Accurately
performs low, medium and high complexity testing procedures
according to established protocols and regulatory
requirements.Reports test results accurately and appropriately. -
Reports critical test results to physician, nursing station or
physician office according to established protocol.Ability to
prioritize work to maintain maximum efficiency. - Uses spare time
to assist other areas as needed. Performs phlebotomy when needed
according to laboratory policies and procedures. - Monitors supply
inventory and takes appropriate action to ensure that needed
supplies are readily available.Reviews work performed by clinical
laboratory assistants. - Performs corrective actions if
required.Performs expected tasks without direction of
supervisor.Ensures accuracy of work being reported by assigned
department. - Examines review lists, pending logs and the like. -
Resolves problems immediately and communicates with oncoming shift,
nurses/physicians as appropriate. Works independently and
troubleshoots analyzers by calling tech support, etc.Colleagues of
Saint Alphonsus Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a
full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout SAHS
and Trinity Health. -Visit to learn more about the benefits,
culture and career development opportunities available to you at
Saint Alphonsus Health System. -Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health
are committed to promoting diversity in its workforce and to
providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated
with fairness, dignity and respect. We are committed to recruit and
retain a diverse staff reflective of the communities we serve.
Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are equal opportunity employers
and prohibit discrimination against any individual with regard to
race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin,
age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic
protected by law.Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion -Trinity
Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare
systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and
Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all
that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences,
customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best
selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most
accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is
an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other
status protected by law.
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