What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Lab Scientist position at UP Health System - Portage?
UP Health System Portage
Clinical Lab Scientist
Your experience matters
How you’ll contribute
Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing.Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner.
Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports/documents results per organizational standards.
Performs automated tests using computerized instruments & automated equipment.
Runs tests and analyzes the results to be reported to the patient, physician or registered nurse.
Performs Quality Assurance work to ensure accuracy of equipment.
Willing and able to demonstrate appropriate core competencies annually or as requested.
Performs and determines accuracy of technical lab procedures.
Maintains records of procedures performed, the patient results and the quality control required for all procedures performed.
Maintains accurate and complete records of all quality control tests completed.
Assures that all out-of-control procedures are followed and that there is documentation of remedial actions taken.
Performs all preventive maintenance of laboratory instrumentation, as assigned.
Reads and understands all procedure manuals on an annual basis.
Collects biological specimens.
Prepares and forwards biological specimens to appropriate reference laboratory according to departmental procedures.
Provides instruction to students/new employees with regard to procedures and departmental policies.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for
Applicants should have a current ASCP Certification and possess a degree from an accredited school. Additional requirements include:
Bachelor’s Degree
ASCP Certification
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
More about UP Health System
UP Health System - Portage is a 36 bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the western Upper Peninsula of Michigan for over 128 years. We are proud to be recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center, Silver Plus Award for Stroke Care, Highest Safety Grade by the Leapfrog Group and a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by the Chartis Center for Rural Health.
EEOC Statement
“UP Health System Portage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System Portage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.