Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist

Position Type:

• Full-time, Monday – Friday, 3:30pm - 12:30 a.m. (rotating weekends)

Location: 415 6th Street, Lewiston, Idaho

Primary Function:

Under the direction of the department manager or laboratory scientist, perform analysis on blood, body fluid specimens and report results to the clinician.

Work Performed:

• Human Negotiation Skills*
• Follow Laboratory Thinking**
• Maintain a positive attitude**
• Seek a positive solution to problems**
• Participate in Main Lab Staff Meetings**
• Operation Excellence**
• Comply with safety policies and procedures**
• Comply with PRL/HR policies and procedures**
• Follow regulatory compliance policies (CMS, HIPPA)**
• Assist Technical Manager with Accreditation compliance (CAP, JCAHO)**
• Understand Quality Control statistics and procedures**
• Perform troubleshooting and instrument maintenance**
• Evaluate results, methodically using specimen integrity, quality control and instrument performance variables**
• Participate in Continuing Education opportunities**
• Maintain competency**
• Participate in Proficiency Testing**
• Objective Management**
• Complete specific assignments within acceptable time frame**
• Complete laboratory duties as assigned**
• Assist in creation and maintenance of 5S and Linear Flow operations**
• Identify Process Improvement opportunities**
• Workgroup Participation**
• Assist in training new employees**
• Assist with inventory control*

Experience Background:

• Three years experience preferred.
• Experience with laboratory methodology preferred.

Educational Background

BS Degree; MT (ASCP) or equivalent to include internship and certification.

Drug Free Workplace

*Valid driver’s license required.

EOE
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Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Gloves, shields, goggles, lab coats and hand sanitizer provided.

Work Location: One location