What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Lab Scientist - Full Time position at Carson Valley Heath?
POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs various chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, microscopic, serology/Immunology, molecular testing, bacteriology, and blood bank testing to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Must be thoroughly familiar with the calibration, use and maintenance of laboratory equipment. Draws venous, capillary, blood as well as performing Drug Screen collections all according to protocol. Works together with lab and other department staff to create a smooth workflow.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Education:
- A 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Science.
Licensure required:
- Licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist Medical Technologist, or eligible for licensure as a “General Supervisor of a Licensed Laboratory” with the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health.
- License AMT (American Medical Technologist) or ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology).
Minimum Work Experience:
- Minimum of 2 year’s full time experience working as a licensed Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS).
- Ability to communicate with employees, physicians, patients and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner.
- Excellent computer skills with an emphasis on Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, proven problem solving and experience in providing confidential administrative support.
POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Procedures
- Be totally familiar with all procedures as outlined in the procedure manual.
- Perform laboratory procedures in as timely a fashion as accuracy will allow using technical knowledge and expertise, insuring proper specimen procedure and correct final report.
Equipment
- Learn the operation and function of all lab equipment and instrumentation for the purpose of troubleshooting any malfunction.
- Effect repairs as needed under the supervision of the Lab Manager and/or Assist Chief Tech.
Specimens
- Obtain blood, urine and other clinical specimens in a manner, which will insure acceptable and properly identified samples. Strict adherence to two patient identifier policies.
Lab Order
- Enters Lab orders into LIS correctly and in a timely manner. Has overall knowledge of LIS including looking up results, faxing & printing results, specimen tracking, call list, and pending list.
BENEFITS: If you are scheduled to work part-time at least 20 hours per week and full-time at least 32 hours per week, you are eligible for benefits on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.
- NO STATE INCOME TAX
- Hometown Health Medical, EyeMed Vision, Guardian Dental and Flexible Spending Account.
- Vanguard 401(k) with match.
- Employer paid Care Flight Membership for your household (full-time employees) (A Division of REMSA).
- Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance.
- Unum Supplemental Insurance (Critical Illness, Accident, Short Term & Long Term Disability).
- Earned Time Off, Sick Leave and Paid Holidays.
- Nevada 529 College Fund.
- Unum Employee Assistance Program.
- Employer paid Credit monitoring and Identity Theft Program through CyberScout.
- Tuition Reimbursement, Clinical Ladder* & HRSA Loan Repayment Program* (*for qualifying positions).
- Priority Childcare Enrollment with the Boys and Girls Club of Western NV for ages 9 months .
- Paid Volunteer Hours for staff to help in the community. and More...
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