Laboratory Scientist Non Certified - #248172

• Area of Interest: Laboratory
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.6
• Department: Laboratory - General- Logan
• Shift: 1100-2100, 1230-2300 with clinic rotation TBD
• Job ID: 163907
  
  

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Overview

Lab Scientist Non-Certified

UnityPoint Health - Allen

Shift: Part-time; 1100-2100, 1230-2300 with clinic rotation TBD

Benefits Eligible

The Laboratory Scientist, Non-Certified position is responsible for performing waived and moderate complexity laboratory tests and analyses in the hematology, special chemistry, chemistry, and microbiology departments in the laboratory. The Laboratory Scientist, Non-Certified collects and processes patient specimens within the laboratory and is responsible for quality control and maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived and moderate complexity lab testing following proper laboratory procedure and follow up of critical lab values
• Works to support testing in the department areas of chemistry, hematology, specimen collection and processing and other department areas as defined by complexity of testing.
• Works closely with Certified Laboratory techs (MLS/MLT/MT) with lab procedures, testing and training
• Assists with training of new staff into proper laboratory procedures and processes
• Performs and verifies quality control and instrument maintenance and troubleshooting
• Understands quality in laboratory testing
• Follows lab regulatory requirements for CLIA, CAP and Joint Commission
• Collects, receives and process laboratory samples and send outs following proper laboratory procedures. Includes training in phlebotomy (blood draws).
• Registers, orders and documents patient lab orders in the LIS and HIS computer systems
• Perform inventory management and other miscellaneous tasks as needed
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, or biological science from an accredited institution
• College or post graduate laboratory experience
• Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Must possess basic computer skills and knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email and web browser