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Medical Lab Scientist II New! Lab Micro/Complex | Part-Time | Phoenix ...Read Mo

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc., Phoenix, AZ, United States


Location: Phoenix

Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Sun (Days Vary), Evenings, 2pm-12:30am

Category: Laboratory/Pathology

Posting #: 1013580

Employee Type: Part-Time

Position Summary
The Medical Laboratory Scientist II performs and interprets standard, complex and specialized laboratory tests. The MLS II has an understanding of the underlying scientific principles of laboratory testing as well as the technical, procedural, and problem‑solving aspects. It correlates abnormal laboratory data with pathologic states, determines the validity of test results and the need for additional investigation. It has an understanding of quality control programs, evaluates computer‑generated data and troubleshoots problems. It participates in the introduction, investigation and implementation of new procedures and in the evaluation of new instruments. It understands and enforces regulatory requirements and safety regulations. This position receives supervision of completed work activities from the supervisor.

Position Duties

Prepare clear, technically sound, accurate and informative reports of standard, complex and specialized test results, analysis, and examinations to ensure timely and thorough data for patient treatment decisions.

Perform full range of chemical, microbiologic, immunologic, hematologic, and/or immunohematologic laboratory procedures related to specific job functions within the laboratory.

Participate in the evaluation and/or development of new procedures, instrumentation, and quality improvement initiatives, proactively evaluating practices and assisting to create and implement changes to increase and enhance the effectiveness of methods.

Maintain professional and technical competency by constantly pursuing knowledge and self‑improvement, remaining apprised of current literature, practices, and new developments in the fields covered by medical technology.

Participate in standard, complex and specialized patient testing and quality control testing of samples, planning techniques based on assessment of findings and accepted protocols.

Differentiates and resolves technical, instrument, physiological causes of problems or unexpected test results to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.

Perform regular instrument maintenance in accordance with established instructions, identify and troubleshoot malfunctions to ensure continuous proper and safe operations, understanding and using troubleshooting, validation, statistical, computer, and preventive maintenance techniques.

Assist peers with work assignments as appropriate.

Perform miscellaneous job‑related duties as requested.

Position Qualifications
Education

Graduate of a Clinical Laboratory Science program from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of post‑secondary education and work experience (as specified in the CLIA regulations for high‑complexity testing personnel).

Experience

Clinical laboratory experience.

Additional Requirements

Current nationally recognized certification (ASCP or equivalent).

Physical Requirements

Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) – Constantly

Hearing – Constantly

Pushing/Pulling – Occasionally

Reaching – Constantly

Sitting – Constantly

Standing – Constantly

Stooping/Crouching/Kneeling/Crawling – Occasionally

Talking – Constantly

Walking – Constantly

Near Vision – Constantly

Far Vision – Occasionally

Color Discrimination – Constantly

Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment – Constantly

Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally

Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

Inside office environment – Applicable

Extreme noise levels – Applicable

Airborne communicable diseases – Applicable

Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid – Applicable

Fumes or airborne particles – Applicable

Hazardous materials exposure – Applicable

Radiation exposure – Applicable

Toxic or caustic chemicals – Applicable

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