Medical Laboratory Scientist job at Teton Valley Health Care in Driggs

Teton Valley Health Care is currently seeking to employ Medical Laboratory Scientist on Tue, 28 May 2013 17:45:13 GMT. DESCRIPTION Responsible for the collection and processing of laboratory specimens as well as the reporting of results and preparation of reports. Incumbent will maintain laboratory records, employee schedules, and ensure that department and staff work together to follow laboratory policies and procedures while maintaining quality control practices in the Laboratory. Demonstrates support of Teton...

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Location: Driggs Idaho

Description: Teton Valley Health Care is currently seeking to employ Medical Laboratory Scientist right now, this job will be placed in Idaho. Further informations about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. DESCRIPTION

Responsible for the collection and processing of laboratory specimens as well as the reporting of results and preparation of reports. Incumbent will maintain labor! atory records, employee schedules, and ensure that department and staff work together to follow laboratory policies and procedures while maintaining quality control practices in the Laboratory. Demonstrates support of Teton Valley Health Care's mission, values and vision in all actions and interactions with employees, patients, medical staff, and visitors.

DUTIES

Medical Technologist/Scientist
Correctly collects and prepares human samples for analysis.
Prepares, stores, and transports samples using appropriate methods.
Correctly and accurately performs a variety of tests in the clinical laboratory; including chemistry, hematology, microbiology, serology/immunology and blood bank.
Alters or adjusts methods and procedures for the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient.
Notifies ordering Provider, charge nurse, and/or patient of all critical lab results.
Operates, calibrates, conducts performance checks, and mainta! ins clinical laboratory instruments or equipment and documents! results..
Recognizes and corrects basic instrument malfunctions as able, initiates service call when needed.
Performs and records all quality control procedures required for the tests assayed. Recognizes and responds to unacceptable quality control results. Notifies Director of Nursing Services (DNS) of unacceptable results and steps taken to resolve.
Documents all corrective action implemented.
Observes established safety measures and Standard Precautions.
Participates in continuing education.
Assists in preparing, reviewing, and revising policies and procedures.
Complies with policies, procedures, and documentation requirements to meet the standards of accrediting and/or regulatory agencies.
Consults DNS and/or Pathologist regarding unusual results.
Demonstrates professionalism, competency, and appropriate demeanor with patients and other TVHC employees.
Assumes call responsibilities for nights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.!

QUALIFICATIONS

Required
MT(ASCP) or CLS (NCA) certification
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Good interpersonal skills in dealing with patients, families, co-workers, other departments and health care professionals
Basic knowledge in computer use, including word processing and spreadsheet applications
Excellent organizational skills
Maintains and follows guidelines set for standards of practice in quality patient care, and infection control practices as required by state, federal, and the facility

Preferred
Experience working in a healthcare environment or Medical Laboratory
CPR/BLS Healthcare Certification
Additional languages preferred
Medical Technologist/Scientist
Correctly collects and prepares human samples for analysis.
Prepares, stores, and transports samples using appropriate methods.
Correctly and accurately performs a variety of tests in the cli! nical laboratory; including chemistry, hematology, microbiology, serolog! y/immunology and blood bank.
Alters or adjusts methods and procedures for the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient.
Notifies ordering Provider, charge nurse, and/or patient of all critical lab results.
Operates, calibrates, conducts performance checks, and maintains clinical laboratory instruments or equipment and documents results.
Recognizes and corrects basic instrument malfunctions as able, initiates service call when needed.
Performs and records all quality control procedures required for the tests assayed. Recognizes and responds to unacceptable quality control results. Notifies Director of Nursing Services (DNS) of unacceptable results and steps taken to resolve.
Documents all corrective action implemented.
Observes established safety measures and Standard Precautions.
Participates in continuing education.
Assists in preparing, reviewing, and revising policies and procedures.
Complies with policies, proce! dures, and documentation requirements to meet the standards of accrediting and/or regulatory agencies.
Consults DNS and/or Pathologist regarding unusual results.
Demonstrates professionalism, competency, and appropriate demeanor with patients and other TVHC employees.
Assumes call responsibilities for nights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
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This job starts available on: Tue, 28 May 2013 17:45:13 GMT

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