Medical Lab Scientist II

Phoenix Children's; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children’s is opening a new location in Gilbert and is recruiting Medical Laboratory Scientists to join the new lab team at our new hospital. This position is a 0.9 FTE day shift, hourly, with a variable TBD schedule to include rotating weekends.

The MLS II performs and interprets standard, complex and specialized laboratory tests. The MLS II correlates abnormal laboratory data with pathologic states, determines validity of test results and the need for additional investigation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Clinical Laboratory Science program from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of post-secondary education and work experience.
• Clinical laboratory experience.
• Current nationally recognized certification (ASCP or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Prepares clear, technically sound reports of test results for patient treatment decisions.
• Performs chemical, microbiologic, immunologic, hematologic, and/or immunohematologic laboratory procedures.
• Evaluates new procedures, instrumentation, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintains professional competency and stays current with laboratory best practices.
• Performs standard, complex and specialized patient testing and quality control testing.
• Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions and ensures safe, proper operation.
• Assists peers with work assignments and performs miscellaneous duties as requested.

Education

Clinical Laboratory Science program

ASCP Certification or equivalent

CLIA high-complexity testing experience (certificate/regulatory knowledge)

Job description

Medical Lab Scientist II

Department: PCH-EV JV | Lab Core

Location: Gilbert

Shift: (Days Vary), Days, 5am-5:30pm

Category: Laboratory/Pathology

Posting #: 1032944

Employee Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Phoenix Children’s is opening a new location in Gilbert and is recruiting Medical Laboratory Scientists to join the new lab team at our new hospital. This position is a 0.9 FTE day shift, hourly, with a variable TBD schedule to include rotating weekends. The Medical Laboratory Scientist II performs and interprets standard, complex and specialized laboratory tests. The MLS II has an understanding of the underlying scientific principles of laboratory testing as well as the technical, procedural, and problem‑solving aspects. The MLS II correlates abnormal laboratory data with pathologic states, determines validity of test results and the need for additional investigation. The MLS II has an understanding of quality control programs, evaluates computer‑generated data and troubleshoots problems. The MLS II participates in the introduction, investigation and implementation of new procedures and in the evaluation of new instruments. The MLS II understands and enforces regulatory requirements and safety regulations.

Position Duties

• Prepares clear, technically sound, accurate and informative reports of standard, complex and specialized test results, analysis, and examinations to ensure timely and thorough data for patient treatment decisions. Performs full range of chemical, microbiologic, immunologic, hematologic, and/or immunohematologic laboratory procedures, as related to specific job function within the laboratory.
• Participates in the evaluation and/or development of new procedures, instrumentation, and quality improvement initiatives. Proactively evaluates practices and assists in creating and implementing changes to increase and enhance the effectiveness of methods.
• Maintains professional and technical competency by constantly pursuing knowledge and self‑improvement, remaining apprised of current literature, practices, and new developments in the fields covered by medical technology.
• Participates in standard, complex and specialized patient testing and quality control testing of samples. Plans techniques based on assessment of findings and accepted protocols.
• Differentiates and resolves technical, instrument, physiologic causes of problems or unexpected test results to determine presence of normal and abnormal components as related to specific job function within the laboratory.
• Performs regular instrument maintenance in accordance with established instructions. Identifies and troubleshoots malfunctions to ensure continuous proper and safe operations. Understands and uses troubleshooting, validation, statistical, computer, and preventive maintenance techniques to ensure proper laboratory operation.
• Assists peers with work assignments as appropriate.
• Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Clinical Laboratory Science program from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of post‑secondary education and work experience (as specified in the CLIA regulations for high‑complexity testing personnel).
• Clinical laboratory experience.
• Current nationally recognized certification (ASCP or equivalent).

Certification / License / Registry Requirements

• American Society Clinical Pathology or Med Lab Scientist (AMT) or Med LabTech (AMT) or American Association of Bioanalysts – Required.

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

• Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) – Constantly
• Hearing – Constantly
• Pushing/pulling – Occasionally
• Reaching – Constantly
• Sitting – Constantly
• Standing – Constantly
• Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling – Occasionally
• Talking – Constantly
• Walking – Constantly
• Near Vision – Constantly
• Far Vision – Occasionally
• Color Discrimination – ConstantlyUse of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment – Constantly
• Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Inside office environment – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Extreme noise levels – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Airborne communicable diseases – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Fumes or airborne particles – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Hazardous materials exposure – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Radiation exposure – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Toxic or caustic chemicals – Applicable