Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Part-Time/Nights

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures. This position performs requested clinical procedures on body fluids and clinical procedures related to patient care; performs quality control maintenance and troubleshooting on laboratory instruments, performs clerical work in the absence of a technical assistant and assist the manager in any capacity requested. This position performs tracking for specimens coming to the department and helps with the send outs to reference laboratories and receive and approve same results.

• Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
• Reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
• Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor.
• Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies for universal precautions and safety procedures. When handling blood and/or body fluids, universal precaution procedures will be followed in order to minimize exposure to infectious diseases. Safety policies and procedures will be followed when using chemicals.
• Performs complex, high-complexity testing in areas such as hematology, microbiology, chemistry, immunology, immunohematology and molecular diagnostics
• Operates, calibrates, troubleshoots, and maintains sophisticated, automated, and manual laboratory instrumentation.
• Validates test results, run controls to ensure accuracy, and adhere to strict safety requirements.
• Records, interprets, and reports accurate test data into patient records and consult with physicians regarding results
• Manages inventory, organize samples, and often trains or supervises laboratory technicians.
• Completes required competencies successfully.

Minimum Education
 

• Associates Degree Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Technology Required or
• Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, Physical, Biological Required

Minimum Work Experience
 

• 1 year MT, CLS, MLS experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications
 

• Clinical Lab Technologist Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
 

• High attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency with computer systems, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to maintain promised service levels.
• Ability to convey and understand clinical terminology.
• Ability to solve "medical puzzles" by investigating irregular data.
• Skilled in handling delicate specimens and micro-tools
• Precision is critical to avoid diagnostic errors.
• Effectively conveying test results to the healthcare team.