This role involves performing a wide array of medical laboratory procedures, including phlebotomy and highly complex analyses. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for evaluating patient results, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, and monitoring quality control.
Responsibilities
Perform a full variety of laboratory tests and examinations of samples
Duplicate tests for quality control and patient testing
Perform phlebotomy and order all tests requested by outpatient department RNs or providers
Conduct quality control procedures on equipment, reagents, and products and maintain accurate reports for quality control reports
Perform blood cell morphologies studies, body fluid analysis, and urinalysis
Select the appropriate procedures for the service request and congruent with patient considerations
Prepare reagents, calibrators, solutions, and primary reference materials as applicable
Process specimens using equipment, instruments, or techniques necessary to prepare them for specific analysis; control physical conditions; respond to time factors to ensure that the physiologic state of the specimen is maintained
Evaluate and monitor the performance of non-routine and specialized test procedures using manual and automated techniques in accordance with established protocols
Calibrate, standardize, adjust, and maintain instruments
Verify correct instrument operation using established procedures and quality control checks; identify the cause of common problems and make simple repairs
Test and develop quality control methods, calculating the mean, standard deviation, and coefficient variation and determining statistical significance
Examine instrument functions, rechecks of test performance conditions, evaluate reaction systems and/or procedural techniques utilized, and identify function with a symptom
Contribute to a team effort and perform other job-related duties
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science and Technology, or a closely related field
One year of work experience in blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, immunology, and urinalysis/body fluids in a laboratory, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and work experience closely related to the Clinical Laboratory Scientist's duties and responsibilities
Knowledge of the Tohono O'odham culture, customs, and traditions
Skill to develop and perform difficult and complex tests, determinations, and examinations in which original controls, measurements, and procedures must be either adopted, established or employed
Knowledge of health care and diagnosis is necessary to coordinate with and discuss test results with physicians or other professionals for whom tests and functions are performed
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Skills and knowledge to perform phlebotomy procedures on all age-specific groups, including neonates, children, adults, and geriatric patients
Skill and knowledge to operate within a quality control system and a proficiency-testing program
Skill in minor equipment and instrument maintenance, which includes daily, weekly, monthly care, calibration, and remedial or repair action that ensures operational reliability, reproducibility, precision, and accuracy at all times
Knowledge and skills in Microbiology, Hematology, Immunohematology, Chemistry, Immunochemistry, Blood Gas, Coagulation, and Urinalysis to identify acceptable specimens and determine suitability/integrity for analysis
Sufficient skill and initiative to maintain a high level of cleanliness, hygiene, and general up-keep of the laboratory
Professional knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices of medical technology, including quality assurance and clinical correlation, is sufficient to perform various diagnostics tests
Knowledge of related disciplines and diagnoses necessary to evaluate test results in relation to patient clinical history and other laboratory data in order to discuss test results with ordering physicians and providers and recommend additional testing
Knowledge of instrumentation principles and operation to operate, maintain, teach, detect instrumentation malfunctions, and independently troubleshoot equipment
Knowledge of inconsistent or unusual laboratory results is required to identify the most probable causes, which may include technical problems or specimen contamination
Knowledge of regulatory licensing and accrediting agency requirements to assure compliance with standards
Knowledge of quality controls checks, correction, and documentation of corrective actions
Knowledge of guidelines includes Public Health Service, and other laboratory accreditation standards
Ability to maintain privileged, confidential information
Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines
Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees and the general public
Ability to work extended hours and various work schedules
Important Details
Locations: Sells Hospital, Santa Rosa Health Center, San Simon Health Center, Casa Grande, and San Xavier Health Center (temporary relocation may be required)
Other Conditions
Must possess and maintain a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or Medical Technologist certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or the American Medical Technologist (AMT)
Upon recommendation for hire, a criminal background and a National FBI fingerprint check are required to determine suitability for employment, including a 39-month driving record
May require possessing and maintaining a valid driver's license (no DUIs or major traffic citations within the last three years)
If required, must meet the Tohono O'odham Nation tribal employer's insurance requirements to receive a driver's permit to operate program vehicles
Based on the department's needs, incumbents may be required to demonstrate fluency in both the Tohono O'odham language and English as a condition of employment
