Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Prime Healthcare; Rumford (ME); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is looking for a Laboratory Technician to perform complex tests authorized by CLIA at Rumford Hospital. The position involves following strict laboratory procedures, maintaining equipment, and ensuring accuracy of test results for patients ranging from newborns to geriatrics.

Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and preferred ASCP certification. This is a Per Diem position with a variable schedule.

Qualifications

• ASCP certification preferred.
• One year of hospital laboratory work experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the laboratory's procedures for test results.
• Review accuracy of patient results before reporting.
• Perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures.

Skills

ASCP certification or equivalent

Laboratory procedures

Identifying problems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology

Current and Valid State License (if required)

Job description

Overview

Department: Pathology

Schedule: Per Diem, Variable

Facility: Rumford Hospital

Location: 420 Franklin Street, Rumford, Maine, 04276

Responsibilities

Each individual performs those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, responsibilities listed under CFR § 493.1425 and § 493.1495 and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual’s education, training or experience and technical abilities.

1. adhere to the laboratory’s procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results
2. follow the laboratory’s established quality control policies and procedures in documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications
3. be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify your immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director
4. perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory
5. perform and document maintenance – daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed on instruments and equipment as appropriate
6. review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting
7. recognize age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics
8. ensure that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies
9. may be required to perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics
10. assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures
11. adheres to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources
12. in the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead Tech, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift
13. may be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POCT
14. other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director

Qualifications

• ASCP certification, or equivalent, preferred.
• One year hospital laboratory work experience preferred, but not required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1423).
• Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf