Clinical Laboratory Scientist II - EVENINGS

Prime Healthcare; Dover; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Dover is seeking a skilled Laboratory Technologist to join their award-winning team. The role involves performing complex tests, ensuring quality control, and adhering to safety protocols. Candidates should have relevant certifications and experience in hospital laboratories. This is an opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of hospital laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Adhering to laboratory procedures for collection and reporting of patient test results.
• Performing a variety of laboratory procedures in Hematology and Chemistry.
• Reviewing the accuracy of patient results before reporting.

Skills

Quality Control

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

ASCP certification

Job description

Overview

At Saint Clare's Health, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint Clare's Health is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

Saint Clare's Health includes CMS 5-Star Rated hospitals and is an award-winning provider of safe, high quality, compassionate care, serving the communities of Morris, Warren, and Sussex counties. Its network of hospitals and healthcare facilities includes Denville Hospital, Dover Hospital, Behavioral Health Centers in Boonton, Denville, and Parsippany, and an Imaging Center in Parsippany, among other satellite locations. The hospitals have received multiple quality awards including Leapfrog “A” ratings for patient safety; Healthgrades recognition for orthopedic surgery, treatment of stroke, heart care, various surgical procedures, and more. For information, visit www.saintclares.com.

Saint Clare's Health is an equal employment opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other protected category under applicable laws. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Responsibilities

The laboratory technologist performs waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, Bus. & Prof. Code Section 1204, and must possess skills appropriate to their education, training, and experience. Responsibilities include:

1. Adhering to laboratory procedures for collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results.
2. Following quality control policies and documenting corrective actions when test systems deviate from performance specifications.
3. Identifying problems affecting test performance and correcting or reporting them promptly.
4. Performing a variety of laboratory procedures in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and other disciplines.
5. Performing and documenting maintenance on instruments and equipment.
6. Reviewing the accuracy of patient results before reporting.
7. Recognizing age-specific differences in expected results.
8. Ensuring proficiency testing samples are tested properly and in accordance with regulations.
9. Performing venipuncture or capillary puncture as needed.
10. Assisting in developing and maintaining laboratory policies and procedures.
11. Adhering to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and HR policies.
12. In the absence of a supervisor, may serve as Lead Tech.
13. May be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and POC testing.
14. Performing other tasks as assigned by the department manager or director.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience:

• ASCP certification or equivalent required.
• Minimum two years of hospital laboratory experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or as required by CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489).
• Current and valid State License if required by state law.