Clinical Lab Scientist

ZipRecruiter; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Medical Technologist for their Ontario medical center. The ideal candidate will perform laboratory tests while ensuring quality control and equipment maintenance. This full-time position comes with relocation assistance and offers a chance to contribute to a diverse and inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Certification by ASCP as a Medical Technologist or similar is mandatory.
• Experience in laboratory procedures and techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests for diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Maintain equipment and ensure accurate reporting of test results.
• Perform phlebotomy and manage laboratory supplies.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques

Quality control

Problem recognition

Instrument maintenance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Medical Technologist (MT) certification

Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) certification

Registry eligible by ASCP

Job description

Job Description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Day Shift

Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY AND PURPOSE:

Performs tests related to the diagnosis and treatment of patients by utilizing various medical laboratory procedures in the Clinical Laboratory. Correlates and integrates other patient data when interpreting test results.

Uses professional judgment and has an in-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, scientific principles, quality control, and instrument maintenance. Recognizes problems, identifies causes, and determines alternative methods and solutions.

This is a full-time day position available in the Ontario, Oregon medical center. Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's Degree required.

Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), or equivalent certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is required or registry eligible and obtained within 1 year of hire date.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
• Performs and records routine maintenance of equipment. Recognizes and documents poor instrument performance and takes appropriate action independently.
• Verifies specimen labeling, integrity, and suitability before performing testing.
• Accurately performs low, medium, and high complexity testing procedures according to established protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Reports test results accurately and appropriately. Reports critical test results to physicians, nursing stations, or physician offices according to established protocol.
• Performs phlebotomy when needed according to laboratory policies and procedures. Monitors supply inventory and takes appropriate action to ensure needed supplies are available. Reviews work performed by clinical laboratory assistants. Performs corrective actions if required.
• Ensures accuracy of work being reported by the department. Examines review lists, pending logs, etc. Resolves problems immediately and communicates with oncoming shift, nurses, or physicians as appropriate. Works independently and troubleshoots analyzers by calling tech support, etc.

Our Commitment to and

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we prioritize equity and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have diverse lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status by law.