Medical Lab Scientist, Sitka AK - Confidential

Job Description

Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Medical Lab Scientist to join their team in Sitka, Alaska. In this essential role, you will be responsible for performing all levels of laboratory testing, including CLIA-defined high complexity testing. Your expertise will ensure accurate evaluation, judgment, and interpretation of test results while identifying and resolving inconsistencies in patient results. Collaborating with Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) and Laboratory Scientists (LSTs), you will troubleshoot problems and provide specialized knowledge in microbiology, transfusion medicine, molecular biology, and infectious disease safety.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct comprehensive laboratory testing and evaluate test results to ensure accuracy.
- Perform patient specimen testing while ensuring sample suitability.
- Provide consultation on test utilization and interpretation to medical staff, referring complex clinical questions to the Laboratory Medical Director.
- Maintain and ensure the functionality of laboratory equipment and instruments, performing quality control checks.
- Review laboratory charts and submit data to the Laboratory Manager for ongoing quality assurance.
- Assist in preparing the laboratory for inspections from regulatory agencies.
- Review the work of MLTs and LSTs under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, ensuring accuracy and assigning tasks as needed.
- Train new employees and laboratory students while actively participating in continuing education programs.
- Maintain adequate inventory levels of laboratory supplies.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Certifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or a related field; progressively responsible work-related experience, education, or training may substitute on a year-for-year basis for college education.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certification as a Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (AMT) or an equivalent certification as recognized by a national credentialing agency.

Experience

- Minimum of one (1) year of progressive clinical experience or one (1) year of hospital internship following the completion of your degree.

Knowledge and Skills

- Strong understanding of all levels of laboratory testing, including CLIA-defined high complexity testing.
- Proficient in Laboratory Information System (LIS) operations and capable of utilizing various laboratory and software applications.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment and operations, along with quality control processes.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements set forth by CLIA, Joint Commission, CAP, and other agencies.

Required Abilities

- Ability to accurately interpret laboratory reports and quality control results while troubleshooting issues.
- Proficiency in performing patient specimen testing with a high degree of accuracy.
- Capable of working independently to validate lab results before releasing them to healthcare providers.
- Ability to build and maintain cooperative working relationships with colleagues and staff, ensuring team cohesion and task focus.
- Aptitude for training staff and facilitating ongoing education.

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are a motivated professional looking to make a difference, we encourage you to apply and join their dedicated team.

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