Medical Laboratory Scientist

Iconma LLC; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical research company is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist in Clifton, NJ. The successful candidate will manage specimen handling, quality control in testing, and maintain compliance with safety guidelines. Candidates with a BS in Medical Technology or related fields will excel in this dynamic and growing environment.

Benefits

Referral Program

Growth and advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of basic laboratory testing.
• Good computer skills and ability to adapt to multiple systems.
• Knowledge of QC and QA, as well as all areas of the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
• Document all corrective actions for test systems.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Computer skills

Quality Control (QC)

Quality Assurance (QA)

Education

BS in Medical Technology

BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology

Associates degree in Laboratory Science

Job description

Our Client, a Medical Research company, is looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist for their Clifton, NJ location.

Responsibilities :

• Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result;
• Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens;
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs).
• Review and release test results.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and all maintenance performed;
• Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Follow department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clients.
• If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel.
• Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site.
• Maintain general appearance of the department.
• Make sure reagents / test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates. 15. Review / train on new procedures.
• Attend monthly department and any additional training / educational meetings.
• Participate in all applicable safety training sessions.
• Know the location and contents of the safety manual.
• Know the location / use of all applicable safety equipment.
• If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Requirements :

• A solid understanding of basic laboratory testing is required for this position.
• The successful candidate must possess good computer skills and be able to adapt to working in multiple computer systems.
• Must have knowledge of QC and QA as well as knowledge of all areas of the laboratory.
• BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS / BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 published in March 14, 1990.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation).
• United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.

Why Should You Apply?

• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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