Medical Lab Scientist

Insight Global • Beltsville, MD • 11h ago

Job Description

-Assists with performing phlebotomy and collecting appropriate specimens from patients as ordered. Assures pre-authorization and completes appropriate consent forms (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests.

-Assists with special procedures as needed (i.e. bone marrows in the room).

-Follows the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining

records of patient results.

-Performs specimen analysis of all Chemistry, Hematology and Immunology specimens.

-Maintains and operates all laboratory equipment. Performs daily, weekly and monthly instrument maintenance as

indicated.

-Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies and documents all QC activities, instrument and procedural

calibrations, and instrument maintenance. Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrators, and reagents.

-Participates in proficiency testing by performing sample analysis and reporting results at least once a year.

-Prepares peripheral blood smear and competently performs complete WBC differential on normal and abnormal

smears.

-Performs microscopic examination of urinary sediment.

-Records results on appropriate worksheet and computer system and performs file maintenance. Processes

specimens for send-out testing.

-Follows the laboratory's policies whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels

of performance. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either

corrects the problem or notifies supervisor. Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from

the laboratory's established performance specifications.

-Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test

report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists. Verifies all critical results and documents with

accurate follow-up.

-Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using in patient testing.

Prepares reagents, stains and other chemical solutions as needed. Restocks the laboratory area as needed.

-Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.

-Processes incoming orders for lab testing including reference laboratory specimens.

-Processes in-house and in-coming results for charting.

-Charts patient results in a timely manner as needed.

-Properly identify and band patients for blood product transfusion. Processes properly labeled specimens according

to local bloodbank policy.

-Trains employees in laboratory procedures.

-May act as primary operator for at least one laboratory instrument.

-Participates in development of new instruments and procedures as needed.

-Acts as a resource for laboratory science information.

-May oversee daily laboratory activities of in the absence of supervisor.

-Complies with quality assurance standards.

-Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures. Complies with applicable regulatory

agency standards.

-Properly disposes of hazardous materials.

-Maintains a clean working environment.

-Maintains confidentially of all information related to patients and medical staff.

-Performs CLIA classified Moderate and High complexity testing with minimal supervision

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

-Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology in Clinical Laboratory Science, or related health care field.

-AMT, ASCP or equivalent certification preferred.

-Position requires a minimum of three years of

experience.

-Licensure and certification requirements depend on the state.

-Except for grandfathered situations, bachelor's degree in Medical Technology required.

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