Laboratory Scientist - Core Pathology - PRN

oumedicine; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

OU Health is seeking a PRN Laboratory Scientist for the Pathology Lab. Under supervision, you will perform routine diagnostic testing and may work with infectious agents. This role requires adherence to safety policies and strict documentation in the lab system.

Minimum qualifications include an MLT or a Bachelor's with science coursework; 0–3 years of experience. The position emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and ongoing professional development in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 0–3 years of experience in a clinical or laboratory setting.
• Certification preferred or required through ASCP/AMT/AABB etc.
• Experience with laboratory safety policies and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived and nonwaived lab tests promptly and reliably.
• Comply with hospital and lab safety policies and PPE use.
• Participate in quality activities and regulatory compliance.
• Manage specimens, records, and data in the OUH lab system.
• Operate and maintain instruments within training and protocol scopes.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Team collaboration

Record keeping

Safety protocols

PPE compliance

Education

Associate Degree (MLT)

Bachelor's degree with required science hours

Job description

Position Title:

Laboratory Scientist - Core Pathology - PRN

Department:

Pathology Lab

Job Description:

PRN POSITIONS REQUIRE A MINIMUM OF 2 SHIFTS/MONTH

SHIFT: PRN - as needed

General Description: Under close supervision, performs routine standardized clinical diagnostic tests in a clinical laboratory. May require working with infectious agents.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Performs waived and nonwaived laboratory patient testing in a prompt and reliable manner according to established hospital and departmental policies.
• Complies with all hospital and laboratory safety policies and procedures including the appropriate use of PPE.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and supports the hospital in meeting regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Participates in laboratory quality activities including quality monitoring and auditing, occurrence/deviation documentation and performance improvement.
• Receives, sorts, accesses the acceptability of specimens for testing and/or distributes specimens to appropriate laboratories/laboratory sections.
• Records information in the OUH lab informatics system relative to patient demographics, specimen/sample collection, identification, preservation, processing, quality control, test results and specimen referral.
• Assess potential performance problems that may occur during testing, take appropriate action as needed.
• Prepares chemical solutions and reagent preparation with appropriate labeling.
• Perform quality control procedures following authorized laboratory policy.
• Operates, calibrates, and maintains instrumentation within scope of training and established protocols.
• Documents completion of instrument maintenance and function checks.
• Assumes responsibility of own professional development.
• Calls notification values to appropriate clinical staff and documents those notifications in the electronic medical record.
• Performs proficiency testing according to laboratory and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in inventory management and completes annual competency assessments.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Associate Degree of Medical Lab Technology (MLT), OR
• Bachelor's Degree which includes: 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that include six (6) semester hours of chemistry, six (6) semester hours of biology, and twelve (12) semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination required.

Experience:

0-3 years of experience in a clinical or other laboratory setting required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s):

Nationally recognized certification through one of the following governing accreditations: ASCP, AMT, AABB, NASKL, ASCLS, HHS, ASHI, AAB, ABB, AMS, CRP, EBPH, Military or NILA preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have the skills to perform required laboratory testing.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Must be able to consistently and dependably report to work as scheduled.
• Must be able to maintain legible, accurate and organized records.
• Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information and exercise sound judgment.
• Must be able to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations.
• Must possess ability to understand various operations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work and communicate with co-workers and other caregivers, and meet their needs in a professional, polite, courteous, compassionate, and cooperative manner.
• Must demonstrate a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards establishing priorities and completing assignments.
• Core knowledge and understanding of normal laboratory processes.

Employer Information:

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.