Clinical laboratory scientist Jobs in Huntsville, AL

Clearview Cancer Institute is north Alabama's leading cancer treatment facility. For over 30 years Clearview Cancer Institute has provided leading-edge treatment and compassionate care to those diagnosed with cancer or blood disorders. Clearview offers every service and amenity needed in an outpatient setting and our dedication to research and involvement in Phase I-IV clinical trials gives our patients the opportunity to receive potentially life-saving treatment options.

Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description : Job Purpose

The Laboratory Assistant processes clinical laboratory specimens and assists technical staff with laboratory procedures within their scope of training. This individual works under the direction of certified laboratory technicians.

Essential Job Functions

Technical :

• Successfully perform all phases of laboratory testing : pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic
• Working knowledge of electronic medical record (EMR) and laboratory information systems (LIS).
• Working knowledge of specimen collection requirements and rejection criteria.
• Perform specimen accessioning / processing including, sample labeling, centrifugation, pipetting, distribution, and storage.
• Accession addon testing and distribute specimens appropriately.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot preanalytical equipment.
• Archive and dispose of lab specimens.
• Process and ship reference lab samples and review pending orders for completion.
• Perform waived and / or moderately complex assays per manufacturer instructions.
• Evaluate patient results and perform delta checks prior to approval.
• Process and distribute lab reports to appropriate individuals and institutions.
• Inventory and receive supplies and reagents according to lab protocol.

QA / QC / Regulatory :

Safety / Organizational / Productivity :

Communication / Teamwork :

Qualifications

Education / Experience

Working Conditions

This position works in the Clinical Laboratory of a busy outpatient oncology / hematology clinic. This person will be required to collaborate closely with coworkers and management. This position requires the employee handle bodily fluids and chemicals daily.

Physical Requirements

This position requires that the employee be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time, up to eight hours a day. This position also requires that the employee be able to perform mild physical labor to complete required tasks.

Direct Reports

This position is not a supervisory position.