SCIENTIST- MEDICAL LAB

United Regional Health Care System - 3.7 Wichita Falls, TX Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Qualifications Biological safety protocols Writing skills English Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Blood sample handling CLIA regulations Full Job Description Summary of Essential Functions Performs medical laboratory tests, procedures, and analysis to provide data for use in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Educational Requirements Doctor, Master or Bachelor of Science degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or Medical Technology or equivalent required. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Licenses/Certifications and Qualifications One year of laboratory training or experience in high complexity testing preferred. Must meet CLIA requirements for high complexity testing personnel. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to generalize, evaluate or make decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria. Follow instructions exactly. Physical Requirements Bending, walking, standing for long periods of time, and lifting of up to 35 lbs. Manual dexterity, visual acuity, and color vision. Must be able to handle all types of biological and physical specimens using proper blood and body fluid precautions. Duties and Responsibilities Performs tests skillfully and accurately using approved methodologies and techniques, and in compliance with laboratory policies. Prioritizes work according to protocol, and efficiently performs procedures in a timely and organized manner within the established laboratory turn around times. Recognizes interdependency of tests and possesses knowledge of physiological conditions affecting test results. Demonstrates the ability to assess problems, synthesize alternatives, determine and implement acceptable solutions using sound judgment. Consults with supervisor if problem is above Technologist's expected level of expertise. Performs, records, and monitors internal and external quality control procedures according to the specifications and time schedules for that department and documents all corrective action taken. Performs and documents routine (and complex as assigned) preventative maintenance on equipment as designated according to specified procedures and time frames and keeps equipment clean and in good working order. Demonstrates and ensures the practice of safe infection control procedures according to laboratory and hospital procedures and policies. Performs all other tasks/responsibilities as necessary.