Clinical Lab Scientist - Core Lab

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** We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through Village

MD and our operating companies , , , , and .When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.
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** Job Description
** The Clinical Lab Scientist (Medical Technologist) is a full time night position.

Status:
Full Time - Benefit Eligible

Schedule:

Monday
- Friday at 10:00PM to 6:30AM with rotating weekends and holidays.
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* ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

*** Demonstrates & documents competencies annually based on testing performed in the laboratory. Adheres to all established CAP, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
* Processes/evaluates patient specimens in accordance with SOP, including reference lab specimens. Resolves issues with specimens that are time/temperature sensitive. Escalate if needed.
* Performs daily temperature and humidity checks for room, refrigerators, freezers, incubators, and/or water baths.
* Performs routine instrument maintenance following manufacturer’s specifications (including startup and shut down) and documents appropriately.
* Corrects basic instrument malfunctions and documents them. Communicates instrumentation status to appropriate staff members and notifies vendor to schedule service calls.
* Performs instrument QC and calibrations following manufacturer's specifications.
* Processes monthly QC documents as requested by supervisor/ manager.
* Utilizes standard quality control practices in decision making to ensure reliable testing and proper regulatory compliance.
* Performs proficiency testing in a manner and time frame that is consistent with good laboratory practice. Receives =80% on all graded proficiencies.
* Performs and approves specimen testing using sound judgment and evaluation. Releases results in accordance with departmental policy.
* Performs Stat and routine orders within established time frames.
* Communicates and document critical values according to SOP.
* Checks pending logs and endorses appropriately.
* Monitors inventory levels and inform designated personnel as needed.
* Demonstrates competence by utilizing LIS for all applicable functions to perform job duties, including downtime procedures.
* Ensures clean and orderly workstation and restocked with necessary supplies.
* Adapts work schedule to meet emergency staffing needs.
* Performs staff training as requested by supervisor/manager.
* Perform and assist with validations for new laboratory testing to increase laboratory revenues.
* Performs and reads blood smears (morphology and immature cells), body fluids, and urine sediments.
* Performs special coagulation test.
* Rotation within the core lab is required in the evening and night shift.
* Other job duties as required.
** Physical

Job Requirements:

*** Endurance (e.g., continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking).
* Dexterity of hands and finger
* The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects:
Objects 1 to 10 pounds.
** Environmental Risk:
*** Chemicals, Sharps, Latex and Fumes
** Blood-borne Pathogen:
*** Exposure to infectious hazards, blood, and other body fluids.
* Contact with patient specimens is possible.
* Unplanned or unexpected exposure.
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* Qualifications:

*** Associates degree required. Associates or Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science preferred.
* 0-1 years’ experience. 2-4 years preferred.
* ASCP certification preferred.
* Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
* Ability to perform diversified duties within specified time…