Job Description - Medical Lab Scientist II, Microbiology - Evening Shift (3297013) The Medical Laboratory Scientist II (MLS II), in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, may perform waived and non-waived testing. Each individual performs only those tests that are authorized by the Laboratory Director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities. Under general supervision, and after successful completion of orientation, training, and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role, the Medical Laboratory Scientist II (MLS II) carries out all policies and performs all tests in accordance with the laboratory's standard operating procedures. Works independently in an efficient and organized manner to assure accurate results and records. The work requires a professional level of knowledge to read and interpret accurately test results used by providers in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
The Medical Laboratory Scientist II (MLS II), in their role as General Supervisor as defined by CLIA, on occasion, may be delegated the responsibility of the day-to-day supervision or oversight of the laboratory operations and personnel performing testing and reporting results, if the number of years' experience, required by regulatory agencies, is met. Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager and Clinical Supervisors, the Medical Laboratory Scientist II (MLS II) may assist with assigned workstations including Quality Control (QC) review, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, training, competency assessment of staff, operations, and inventory management.
ResponsibilitiesMust be accessible to test personnel at all times testing is performed and provide on-site telephone or electronic consultation to resolve technical problems in accordance with policies and procedures established in the clinical laboratory.Responsible for providing day-to-day supervision of high-complexity test performance by qualified testing personnel.Must be on-site to provide direct supervision when high complexity testing is performed by an individual qualified before 1/19/1993.Responsible for monitoring test analyses and specimen examinations to ensure that acceptable levels of analytical performance are maintained.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.Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director.Education and QualificationsEducation Degree Field of Study Required/Preferred: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum: Must possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Chemical, Physical, or biological science from an accredited college or university OR required or 2. Other qualifications as described in the Federal Register, 42 CFR, Subpart M 493.1403 - 1495.Licenses and Certifications: ASCP certification or equivalent (e.g., AMT) Required.
Relevant Work ExperienceYears of Experience Required/ Preferred: Clinical Laboratory experience >= 2 years – BS in MLS >= 3 years- BS in non-MLS >=4 years.
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesThe comprehensive knowledge, both practical and theoretical, of tests and procedures necessary to review findings and advise and direct subordinates in action. The manual/visual dexterity and skills necessary to operate adjust and make repairs to various types of automated and non-automated laboratory equipment. Must have a comprehensive understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques. Can recognize problems with tests, QC, analyzers, and samples that could impact test results.
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