Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician

Mission of Department: To provide cost-effective, accurate test results to health care providers in a timely fashion while always remembering that patient care is our top priority.

Purpose of Position: Perform the mission of the department effectively.

Essential Functions:

1. Perform all tests offered by Scott County Hospital
2. Maintain quality control standards with each test and be responsible for recording quality control data.
3. Recognize common technical problems and methods to correct them.
4. Know proper methods of reporting lab results and all paperwork involved.
5. Be able to operate LIS and do minor troubleshooting for the system.
6. Be familiar with the normal ranges for the test or where to find them and ensure that inadequate specimens are rejected.
7. Be familiar with all policies and procedures of Scott County Hospital Lab and perform tests accordingly.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned in this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments and to make reasonable accommodations as needed.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills and /or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Responsibilities:

Must be willing to take responsibility for being “on call” and perform tests on STAT and emergency basis. Be responsible for cross-matching, typing, and all other aspects in the Blood Bank plus have a working knowledge of how to get blood to Scott County Hospital on an emergency basis.

Education, Qualifications, Experience:

ASCP MT or MLT or equivalent

One to two years’ experience in laboratory procedures and instrumentation.

Personal Characteristics:

Good personal hygiene

Neatness in appearance

Honesty and Integrity

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Have a working knowledge of all routine tests performed by Scott County Hospital.

Have a working knowledge of quality control basics.

Be a problem-solving individual.

Equipment:

Must have a working knowledge of all laboratory equipment and be able to perform maintenance and troubleshooting. Must also know how to contact service personnel for help with equipment malfunctions.

Expectation of Service: This is a non-exempt 40-hour-per-week position. Regular and punctual attendance is required.  

Physical Requirements: Occasional sitting, frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting/carrying 10-25 pounds; frequent reaching/grasping, twisting, pulling/pushing, frequent exposure to sharp instruments, and frequent exposure to equipment. Working irregular hours.

Scott County Hospital is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.