MLS; Medical Lab Scientist - RWMC

Summary

Under the direction of the Clinical Laboratory Supervisor, this position is responsible for performing various chemical, microscopic, and/or bacteriological tests to obtain data used in diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Education: BS, MT (ASCP; ASCP Certification eligible required).

Experience: Internship preferred. One year relevant clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrates the cognitive abilities necessary to master relevant content in clinical laboratory manuals.
• Comprehend, analyze, integrate and synthesize clinical information or data as it relates to laboratory tests and procedures.
• Utilize reasoning and decision-making skills appropriate to the practice of clinical laboratory science.
• Has the ability to operate laboratory equipment (i.e. pipettes, test tubes, inoculating loops) and adjust instruments to perform laboratory procedures.
• Is able to use an electronic keyboard to operate laboratory instruments and to calculate, record, evaluate and transmit laboratory information.
• Has skills in organization and priority setting.
• Has the ability to work cooperatively with peers and other disciplines.
• Is able to utilize sound interpersonal skills when interacting with patients and taking into consideration cultural background, linguistic skills and age of customers.
• Maintains information confidential (HIPAA).
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Ability to respond with customer service skills when interacting and taking into consideration cultural background, linguistic skills and age of customers.
• Ability to work cooperatively with peers and other disciplines.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with peers and other interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to differentiate colors.