Clinical Laboratory Technologist

About This Role

This role involves performing routine and complex technical procedures to determine specimen acceptability, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation, and report accurate test results to deliver quality patient care within a clinical laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving
• Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
• Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care
• Perform and document preventative maintenance and quality control procedures
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
• Minimum 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience is required OR a MLS degree
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Proficient with computers
• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
• Minimum 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience is required OR a MLS degree

Nice to Have

• ASCP or AMT certification
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems

Benefits