Summary GENERAL SUMMARY Reports to the Department
Manager, Supervisor or Lead Clinical Lab Scientist and is
responsible for following established policies, procedures, and
regulations. Performs / assists with various clinical laboratory test
procedures and ensures proper maintenance and operation of
instrumentation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Works
with Manager, Supervisor or Lead Clinical Lab Scientist on a
variety of laboratory projects. Participates in PI, QA, and QC to
ensure all regulatory requirements maintain an ‘in compliance’
status. Functions in a charge or lead role as assigned for the days
operations to ensure safe quality and efficient workflow,
practices, staffing and operations. Performs other duties as
assigned. LICENSES AND / OR CERTIFICATIONS Certification as a
Clinical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Technologist in all
disciplines by the Board of Registry of the American Society of
Clinical Pathologist (ASCP). CPR Training required and / or must be
obtained within 45 days of hire for designated job roles. MINIMUM
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree in Clinical
Laboratory Science or equivalent. Interpersonal skills necessary in
order to communicate effectively with physicians, nursing personnel
and other clinicians relative to patient testing and information
gathering. Six to twelve months of laboratory training / job
experience necessary in order to become familiar with a variety of
laboratory testing procedures. Ability to resolve technical
problems using standard guides and procedures. Analytical skills
necessary in order to perform and interpret routine tests and
recognize abnormal / critical test results. Must be able to determine
the appropriate course of action for abnormal, atypical or critical
test results. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and other
Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) software preferred. WORKING
CONDITIONS Laboratory service areas have work environments with
frequent exposure to physical discomforts due to unpleasant odors
from specimens and chemicals. Frequent exposure to infectious
agents when handling hazardous material, but potential for personal
harm or injury is reduced when proper safety and health precautions
are followed. ~ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Additional Information
Schedule includes three 10-hour shifts per week, every other
weekend, and rotating holidays.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist • Norfolk, VA, Virginia, United States