Medical Laboratory Scientist I, Full Time - Advanced Urgent Care Clark

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in laboratory science seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and complex tests vital for diagnosing and treating diseases. You will utilize your strong analytical skills and clinical judgment to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance in laboratory practices. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science, providing an opportunity to contribute significantly to patient care within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology (MT) or Medical Laboratory Science (MLS).
• Transcripts required if degree does not specify MT or MLS.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for routine and complex laboratory tests.
• Maintains quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Assists in the review of accreditation procedures.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BS in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science

Job description

Job Description

Medical Laboratory Scientist

• Responsible for a variety of routine and complex technical tasks in the performance of laboratory tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Demonstrates proficiency and follows testing procedures and policies by adherence to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work area, documenting corrective action to any non-conforming event.
• Prepares reagents, maintains an adequate supply of materials for test procedures and manages inventory to effectively reduce departmental waste/expense.
• Exercises clinical judgment in assessing priorities while identifying, problem solving and offering solutions to test systems through the appropriate department channels, i.e. contacts hotline to troubleshoot with a specialist when necessary to resolve the issue or set-up service when appropriate.
• Assists with review and revision of procedures and documentation related to accreditation, adhering to all regulatory requirements for various authorities, including but not limited to CAP, TJC, OSHA.
• Maintains clear, real time communications shift-to-shift and with leadership regarding issues, concerns and problems which may affect patient care or the operation of the department.
• Participates in planning and implementing change through participation in staff meetings, task forces or projects.
  7. Participates in competency assessment program, where qualified.
  8. Other relevant duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• BS, MT or BS, MLS
• Must provide copy of BS diploma with MT or MLS specified on diploma
• If MT or MLS not specified, must provide transcript - If foreign diploma, must provide foreign equivalency

Preferred:

• ASCP eligible
• 2+ years prior experience or experience in Med lab tech position

Job Info

• Minimum Salary (Hourly Rate): 33.330000
• Maximum Salary (Hourly Rate): 58.670000
• Assignment Category: Full-time
• Hours per Week: 37.5
• Primary Shift: Day
• Salary Admin Plan: ALH