Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Med Lab Scientist 1 performs and monitors a full range of laboratory testing and analysis.
• Assumes responsibility for problem resolution, quality control, and required equipment maintenance with minimal supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs laboratory tests in compliance with department procedures and all pertinent regulatory requirements.
• Follows quality control, quality assurance, safety, and infection control procedures.
• Performs instrument maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Accurately reports test results.
• Maintains appropriate inventory of supplies.
• Maintains effective communication and working relationships with all laboratory personnel, other disciplines, and external customers.
• Participates in laboratory projects and educational activities.
• Demonstrates and educates laboratory principles and technical skills to others.

Certification/Degree Requirements:

• BLS (AHA Only), MLS, ASCP, AMT.

Experience:

• 2 years min experience, Blood Bank experience.
• Experience with Epic Beaker and SoftBank preferred.

Scrub Color: Black.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.
• Analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.
• Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work in a team environment.