Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Description

Our Company

Dominion Diagnostics is the premier provider of comprehensive clinical quantitative urine and blood drug testing, medication monitoring, and support services nationwide. Serving hundreds of clients in a variety of medical specialties, we provide actionable information to improve patient care and medical outcomes in the treatment of Chronic Pain and Addiction Medicine. 

www.dominiondiagnostics.com

Our Core Values 

Integrity 

Accountability  

Accuracy

We have several employee recognition programs and were awarded Best Places to Work in RI for the past 4 years in a row prior to being recognized as a Great Place to Work for the second consecutive year in March 2025. As well as Great Place to Work in Health Care for 2024 and 2025.

https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7079445

Excellent Benefits:

Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401 (k) plan with an employer match, paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; and other voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance. In addition, an annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based on organizational and individual performance. This position is bonus eligible! Employees and their family members have full access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes resources for work/life solutions, such as one free legal consultation and referrals for emotional support/counseling.

Dominion Diagnostics provides all technical staff with free access to a comprehensive library of continuing education classes through MediaLab. MediaLab’s P.A.C.E approved continuing education credits are accepted by ACSP, AMT, and all licensure states.

Tired of working in a hospital and having to rotate major holidays? Dominion is closed for all major Holidays (Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Day). No more hoping you don’t have to work while family and friends are celebrating. At Dominion, you’re more than just a number. Come be part of a team that sets the industry standard!

Location and Hours: 

Our headquarters is located in North Kingstown, RI. This opportunity is to work full time, Tuesday – Saturday (Hours available 10 am – 6 pm & 12 noon – 8 pm, set schedule).

About the Role:
Be part of a team that makes a difference!! Dominion Diagnostics is a nationally acclaimed industry leader in the world of innovative laboratory science. Our expertise includes comprehensive urine toxicology testing, chemistry, hematology, serology, infectious disease, and immunology. Voted one of Rhode Island’s Best Places to Work the past four years and counting. Our in-house research and development team keeps Dominion on the leading edge of proprietary assay development. Whatever your professional laboratory interests are, we offer an avenue to pursue them.

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and /or monitoring of various disease states and/or drug use. Follows standardized procedures in the preparation and analysis of patient specimens. Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability and critical limits (when applicable).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Works collaboratively with team members, both within and outside of the General Laboratory department, to identify, troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Performs diagnostic testing procedures in multiple clinical specialties, including but not limited to, hematology, immunology, general chemistry, toxicology and urinalysis.
• Prepares solutions, reagents, standards and controls in accordance with the laboratory’s documented standard operating procedures.
• Prepares samples for analysis using manual testing platforms, as well as high volume, automated instrumentation.
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment, ensuring that calibration and maintenance functions are performed as required in the laboratory’s standard operating procedures.
• Reviews and interprets tests results.
• Enters test results into the LIS, within the scope of assigned and authorized functions, as defined in the laboratory’s documented procedures.
• Notifies physicians and other healthcare providers promptly of critical lab results, following established protocols for reporting and communication.
• Responds promptly to voicemails and/or e-mails received in the laboratory.
• Performs corrective action when a test system fails to function within the laboratory’s and/or manufacturer’s specifications.
• Maintains written documentation of all corrective action performed.
• Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control (QC) protocols, ensuring that all tests meet regulatory standards and guidelines.
• Participates in proficiency testing, internal audits, external audits/inspections and other quality assurance activities.
• Maintains documentation and records required for regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in biological, chemical, clinical or medical laboratory science.
• Associate degree in clinical laboratory science.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical stamina, including standing for long periods, walking, bending and reaching to perform tests and managing equipment. 
• Ability to perform repetitive manual tasks using hands and fingers for extended periods of time. 
• Must be able to handle small tools, instruments and laboratory equipment with precision. 
• Must be able to wear PPE, such as lab coats, masks, gloves, and eye protection.  
• Ability to handle chemicals safely.    
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. 

Dominion Diagnostics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.