Medical Laboratory Scientist
Company: Gtt Llc
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
Medical Laboratory Scientist - Technical Lab - TravelerContract
Duration 6+ MonthsJob Responsibilities:Medical Laboratory
Scientists follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling
and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records
of patient test results;Maintain records that demonstrate that
proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as
patient specimens;Analyze specimens using approved testing
procedures (see department SOPs).Review and release test
results.Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as
described in their respective guidelines.Adhere to the laboratory's
quality control policies, document all quality control activities,
instrument and procedural calibrations, and all maintenance
performed;Follow the laboratory's established policies and
procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's
established acceptable levels of performance.Identify problems that
may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results,
correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior
technologist or supervisor.Document all corrective actions taken
when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established
performance specifications.Follow the department's procedure in
reporting STATS or Critical results to clients.If applicable,
answer questions from customers or other lab personnel.Maintain
complete records of all testing performed on-site.Maintain the
general appearance of the department.Medical Laboratory Scientist
makes sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration
dates, and if applicable opened dates. 15. Review/train on new
procedures.Attend monthly department and any additional
training/educational meetings.Participate in all applicable safety
training sessions. Know the location and contents of the safety
manual. Know the location/use of all applicable safety equipment.If
needed, participate in government or regulatory agency
inspections.Perform other duties as directed by the
supervisor.Required Knowledge:A solid understanding of basic
laboratory testing is required for this position.The successful
candidate must possess good computer skills and be able to adapt to
working in multiple computer systems.Must have knowledge of QC and
QA as well as knowledge of all areas of the laboratory.Required
Education:BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry
or Biology, or associate degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical
Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR
493.1433 published on March 14, 1990.Foreign-educated candidates
must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF
(International Education Research Foundation).United
States-educated candidates must provide a detailed original
transcript.A successful candidate should possess or be eligible for
national certification as an MT / MLT from a recognized
organization (ASCP or AMT).Work Experience:1 year of Clinical
experience (high complexity testing) is preferred.Minimum of 1 year
of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing for
those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology.National and State
licensure as required.Special Requirements:Must have the ability to
establish work priorities and handle several procedures
simultaneously.Must interact with other departments.Contact with
clients may be required, good customer service skills are
important.Must protect patient confidentiality at all
times.Benefits:Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans401k
Retirement FundAbout the Company:Our client empowers people to take
action to improve health outcomes. Derived from the world's largest
database of clinical lab results, our diagnostic insights reveal
new avenues to identify and treat disease, inspire healthy
behaviors, and improve healthcare management.The company annually
serves one in three adult Americans and half the physicians and
hospitals in the United States, and their 47,000 employees
understand that, in the right hands and with the right context,
their diagnostic insights can inspire actions that transform
lives.As the worlds leading provider of diagnostic information
services, this company is committed to positively impacting the
communities they are a part of by promoting a healthier world,
building value for all its stakeholders, and creating an inspiring
and inclusive workplace. Inclusion & Diversity are woven into who
they are and what they do. The company is inspired by the
experiences and perspectives of its diverse employees. Diversity of
thought and authentic connections empower this company to create
valuable solutions and deliver inclusive care to its patients and
communities.#gttqst#LI-DNPby Jobble
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