Medical Laboratory Scientist

Summary

The Medical Laboratory Scientist, in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, may perform waived and non-waived testing. Under general supervision, carries out all policies and performs all tests in accordance with the department's standard operating procedures. Works independently in an efficient and organized manner to assure accurate results and records. The work requires a professional level of knowledge to read and interpret accurately test results used by providers in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

The Medical Laboratory Scientist II, in their role as General Supervisor as defined by CLIA, may be delegated the responsibility of the day‑to‑day supervision or oversight of the laboratory operations and personnel performing testing and reporting results. Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager and Clinical Supervisors, the Medical Laboratory Scientist II is responsible for supervision of assigned workstations including Quality Control (QC) review, training, competency assessment of staff and inventory management.

The testing personnel are responsible for specimen processing, test performance and for reporting test results. Each individual performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities.

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As outlined by CLIA, after successful completion of orientation, training and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role, the following responsibilities apply:

• Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor’s Degree Laboratory Sciences required and Other Certificate/Diploma Clinical Laboratory Sciences required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Medical Technologist (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP‑BOC) preferred

• Must have an understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques.
• Must have the ability to work independently, evaluate situations and act appropriately.
• 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.
• Basic knowledge of federal, state and accreditation requirements.

• Standing Frequently (34‑66 %)
• Walking Frequently (34‑66 %)
• Sitting Occasionally (3‑33 %)
• Lifting Frequently (34‑66 %) 35 lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34‑66 %) 20 lbs – 35 lbs
• 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…