Clinical Lab Scientist
Company: Saint Alphonsus Health System
Location: Boise
Posted on: May 6, 2024
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Job Description:
Employment Type:Part timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:At Saint
Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living
out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to
work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these
virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest
quality of care.We are seeking a 20 hour a week Clinical Lab
Scientist to work 20 hours a week during the daytime hours during
the weekends and supporting colleagues who are enjoying scheduled
time off.GENERAL SUMMARY AND PURPOSE:Performs tests related to the
diagnosis and treatment of patient by utilizing various medical
laboratory procedures in the Clinical Laboratory. Correlates and
integrates other patient data when interpreting test results. Uses
professional judgment and has an in-depth knowledge of laboratory
techniques, scientific principles, quality control, and instrument
maintenance. Recognizes problems, identifies causes, and determines
alternative methods and solutions. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND
EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's Degree Required. Medical Technologist (MT),
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Clinical Laboratory Scientist
(CLS) or equivalent certification by the American Society for
Clinical Pathology (ASCP) required or registry eligible and
obtained within 1 year of hire date.Completion of medical
technology training required. Experience in a clinical laboratory
preferred.Performs, records and reviews scheduled QC. Takes
immediate corrective action when QC data is outside established
limits.Performs and records routine maintenance of equipment.
Recognizes and documents poor instrument performance and takes
appropriate action independently.Verifies specimen labeling,
integrity and suitability before performing testing.Accurately
performs low, medium and high complexity testing procedures
according to established protocols and regulatory
requirements.Reports test results accurately and appropriately.
Reports critical test results to physician, nursing station or
physician office according to established protocol.Ability to
prioritize work to maintain maximum efficiency. Uses spare time to
assist other areas as needed. Performs phlebotomy when needed
according to laboratory policies and procedures. Monitors supply
inventory and takes appropriate action to ensure that needed
supplies are readily available.Reviews work performed by clinical
laboratory assistants. Performs corrective actions if
required.Performs expected tasks without direction of
supervisor.Ensures accuracy of work being reported by assigned
department. Examines review lists, pending logs and the like.
Resolves problems immediately and communicates with oncoming shift,
nurses/physicians as appropriate. Works independently and
troubleshoots analyzers by calling tech support, etc.Colleagues of
Saint Alphonsus Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a
full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout SAHS
and Trinity Health. Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn
more about the benefits, culture and career development
opportunities available to you at Saint Alphonsus Health System.
Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are committed to promoting
diversity in its workforce and to providing an inclusive work
environment where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and
respect. We are committed to recruit and retain a diverse staff
reflective of the communities we serve. Saint Alphonsus and Trinity
Health are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination
against any individual with regard to race, color, religion,
gender, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual
orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.Our
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the
largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation.
Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we
integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our
colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities,
and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and
inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care
for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status
as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Associated topics: hematopathology, laboratory, medical lab
science, medical laboratory science, medical technologist,
microbiology, services, technician ii, technician iii, technician
lab
Keywords: Saint Alphonsus Health System, Caldwell , Clinical Lab Scientist, Healthcare , Boise, Idaho
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