Clinical Lab Scientist: Diagnostics, QA & Instrumentation

Care New England; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England Health System in Rhode Island is seeking a medical technologist to analyze and interpret specimens for detection, diagnosis and treatment of a variety of medical conditions. You will perform qualitative and quantitative analysis, specimen collection, and operate biomedical instrumentation.

The position emphasizes quality control, review of test results, inventory management, and staying current with methodologies. Opportunity to supervise when needed and to train new staff.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Medical technology or Specific Science is required.
• ASCP or NCA is also required.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of patient specimens according to established procedures.
• Perform specimen collection and other specimen handling duties as needed.
• Operate complex biomedical electronic instrumentation including calibration, maintenance, quality assurance and troubleshooting.
• Perform and analyze quality control procedures including daily testing, recording, problem resolution and compiling reports to assure accuracy of all results.
• Review and verify the accuracy of tests results before entering into information system.
• Maintain a proper inventory of supplies needed in order to provide continuous service, minimizing downtime.
• Evaluate test results for accuracy, reportability and clinical significance and report accordingly.
• Maintain current knowledge of specialty by attending seminars, in-services and reading journals.
• Evaluate new methodologies and instrumentation under the guidance of the Section Chief and report findings and recommendations.
• Assume supervisory responsibilities in absence of Department Head. Orient and train new employees/students.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical technology or specific science

Tools

Biomedical instrumentation

Job description

Care New England Health System in Rhode Island is seeking a medical technologist to analyze and interpret specimens for detection, diagnosis and treatment of a variety of medical conditions. You will perform qualitative and quantitative analysis, specimen collection, and operate biomedical instrumentation.

The position emphasizes quality control, review of test results, inventory management, and staying current with methodologies. Opportunity to supervise when needed and to train new staff.