Medical Lab Scientist (Blood Bank) - Nights

Amergis • Bel Air, MD • 8h ago

The Medical Technologist /Clinical Laboratory Scientist under the supervision of designated Manager, performs diagnostic analytic tests on human body fluids such as blood, sputum, stool, cerebrospinal fluid, peritoneal fluid, pericardial fluid, and synovial fluid, as well as other specimens. Works within clinical laboratories, doctor's offices, reference labs, and within the biotechnology industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs specimen collection and processing duties as needed or assigned

Performs routine and special laboratory tests; analyzes human fluid samples on advanced analytical equipment or by using lower-tech analytic techniques available to the clinical laboratory, such as manual white blood cell differentials, bone marrow counts, and analysis via microscopy

Monitors, screens, and troubleshoots any analytical device responsible for deriving critical patient information. These tasks include calibrations, quality control, run-by-run assessment, instrument maintenance, statistical control of observed data, and recording of normal operations

May troubleshoot, adjust, and/or repair complicated instruments

Recognizes abnormalities in the equipment and know how to correct them

Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action

Recognizes any and all factors that could introduce error into the analysis such as if a body fluid has potentially been contaminated or collected improperly; rejects substandard specimens to maintain the integrity of the laboratory process

Performs quality control tests according to procedure and records data; analyses data and takes corrective action when results are outside of acceptable limits

Performs common tests such as complete blood count, complete metabolic panel, electrolyte panel, liver function test, urinalysis, prothrombin time, and activated partial thromboplastin time

Prepares test reports legibly and according to the standards established by the facility; reviews reports for accuracy and clinical indications

Maintains a neat and clean work area; restocks daily supplies as needed; follows all laboratory and facility safety practices

Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies and procedures

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in science, biology or other related field is required

Successful completion of a Medical Technologist program that is accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education (CAHEA) required

At least 1 year of experience in a facility or a related field preferred

Successful completion of Amergis testing process

Current BLS card if required via contract or state requirement

Current physical exam, if required by state regulations or contract

Current TB test or chest x-ray

Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

Computer proficiency required

Successful completion of background screening and onboarding process

Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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