Clinical Lab Scientist, Acute Hospital

Lifepoint Health; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

Loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package

Free gym memberships and mental health services

Job summary

A regional healthcare facility in Hickory, North Carolina, is seeking a dynamic Clinical Lab Scientist to join its team. This role involves operating lab equipment, analyzing test results, and ensuring accuracy in all lab procedures. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant certifications. The facility offers comprehensive financial growth opportunities, employee wellness programs, and a focus on professional development. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or clinical Lab Services preferred.
• Must have ASCP certification or be eligible.
• Requires critical thinking skills and ability to work in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for testing and operate laboratory equipment.
• Analyze test results and report/document them according to standards.
• Perform automated tests and ensure accuracy of lab procedures.
• Maintain records of procedures performed and quality control tests.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to work in a stressful environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or clinical Lab Services

ASCP certification or eligibility

Job description

Facility Name

Frye Regional Medical Center

Position

Clinical Lab Scientist

Schedule

8 hour shift rotating weekends and holidays

Shift

Full Time Days

About the Center

Frye Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Clinical Lab Scientist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Frye Regional Medical Center employs more than 1500 professional and clinical staff. Our medical center is a 355-bed acute care facility which offers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care. Frye Regional Medical Center provides patients with a full range of services to meet the healthcare needs of our community. We believe our employees are our most valuable assets in accomplishing this goal and we have made great strides to ensure employee satisfaction. If you are passionate about changing lives, we are looking for you!

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a dynamic Clinical Lab Scientist who is passionate about helping others and is a team player!

Why Join Us

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Essential Functions

• Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing.
• Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner.
• Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports/documents results per organizational standards.
• Performs automated tests using computerized instruments & automated equipment.
• Runs tests and analyzes the results to be reported to the patient, physician or registered nurse.
• Performs Quality Assurance work to ensure accuracy of equipment.
• Willing and able to demonstrate appropriate core competencies annually or as requested.
• Performs and determines accuracy of technical lab procedures.
• Maintains records of procedures performed, the patient results and the quality control required for all procedures performed.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of all quality control tests completed.
• Assures that all out-of-control procedures are followed and that there is documentation of remedial actions taken.
• Performs all preventive maintenance of laboratory instrumentation,>
• Reads and understands all procedure manuals on an annual basis.
• Collects biological specimens.
• Prepares and forwards biological specimens to appropriate reference laboratory according to departmental procedures.
• Provides instruction to students/new employees with regard to procedures and departmental policies.
• Checks available supplies and reports deficiencies to supervisor in a timely manner so as to avoid shortages.
• Review procedure manual and sign off on procedures.
• Write and update procedures.
• Review quality control results and document as such.
• Contributes to a positive work climate and to the overall team approach to the laboratory.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Support the culture of service excellence throughout the organization.
• Actively seek ways to demonstrate a commitment to the continuous improvement and participate other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Required Skills

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Education & Licenses

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or clinical Lab Services Preferred
• Licenses: ASCP certification or eligibility required.
• American Society for Clinical Pathology.

EEOC Statement

Frye Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Frye Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.