Medical Lab Scientist

Jimmy Jazz; Grangeville (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jimmy Jazz Hospital seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist to obtain, analyze, and report laboratory results per policy. The role requires a MT Bachelor’s degree and AMT/ASCP accreditation, plus current state license and hospital generalist experience across Microbiology, Hematology, Chemistry, and more.

The position involves operating and maintaining lab instruments, performing transfusion-related blood tests, and providing accurate results for patient care. Weekend coverage is required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Technology Bachelor's degree and AMT/ASCP accreditation.
• Current license to perform laboratory testing.
• Two years hospital generalist experience in key lab domains.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, using microscope or analyzer, and record findings.
• Set up, adjust, maintain and clean laboratory equipment.
• Analyze test results to ensure conformance to specifications using devices.
• Perform blood tests for transfusion and complete blood counts.
• Operate and report laboratory tests accurately for patient treatment.
• Communicate orders received via telephone to ensure correct tests are performed.
• Rotate call and weekend shifts to maintain 24/7 department coverage.

Skills

Laboratory experience

AMT/ASCP accreditation

Phlebotomy

Microbiology

Blood Banking

Hematology

Chemistry

Coagulation

Microscope

Education

Medical Technology Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microscope

Automatic analyzers

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

• Location 607 W MAIN ST,Grangeville, ID, 83530-1345,United States
• Employee Type FT
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Human Resources
• Phone [phone]

Description

Job Summary

Responsible for obtaining, analyzing and reporting laboratory results in an accurate and efficient manner as outlined in the laboratory policy and procedure manual.

Essential Job Functions

• Conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood and urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities or diseases, and enter findings into computer.
• Set up, adjust, maintain and clean medical laboratory equipment.
• Analyze the results of tests and experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical and electrical devices.
• Conduct blood tests for transfusion purposes and perform blood counts.
• Examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities.
• Collect blood samples from patients, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood sample.
• Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found.
• Perform and report laboratory tests in an accurate and efficient manner to assure patients are treated knowledgably.
• Communicate clearly and record accurately any orders received via the telephone to assure the correct tests are performed and diagnosis are recorded.
• At all times prioritize and organize work to assure turnaround times are acceptable.
• Operate and perform periodic maintenance on all laboratory instrumentation to assure proper performance.
• Rotate call and work weekends as assigned to ensure 24hr/7dy coverage of the department.
• Participate in mandatory training on EHR and Empower (Time & Attendance) and demonstrate basic competency in the functions applicable to the role.
• Must be able to work effectively with all hospital departments and providers offices.
• Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors at all times to ensure the hospital runs smoothly.
• Position requires access to highly confidential information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of an acceptable Medical Technology Bachelor’s degree program and accreditation through the AMT or ASCP.
• Possess a current license to perform laboratory testing.
• Position requires a minimum of two years’ experience working in a hospital setting as a generalist with experience in Microbiology, Blood Banking, Hematology, Chemistry, Coagulation, and Phlebotomy.