Summary GENERAL SUMMARY Works with Manager, Supervisor
or Lead Clinical Lab Scientist on a variety of laboratory projects
and participates in PI, QA, and QC to ensure all regulatory
requirements maintain an ‘in compliance’ status. Functions in a
charge or lead role as assigned for the days operations to ensure
safe quality and efficient workflow, practices, staffing and
operations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performs, assists
and accountable for various clinical laboratory test procedures and
ensures proper maintenance and operation of instrumentation.
Exercises professional judgment in the performance of laboratory
procedures. Provides patient care essential to laboratory
procedures. Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate
action and reports to provider. Performs other duties as assigned.
LICENSES AND / OR CERTIFICATIONS Certification as a Clinical
Laboratory Scientist / Medical Technologist in all disciplines by the
Board of Registry of the American Society of Clinical Pathologist
(ASCP). CPR Training required and / or must be obtained within 45
days of hire for identified job roles. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory
Science or equivalent. Six to twelve months of laboratory
training / job experience necessary in order to become familiar with
a variety of laboratory testing procedures. Knowledge and
experience preforming phlebotomy required. Interpersonal skills
necessary in order to communicate effectively with physicians,
nursing personnel and other clinicians relative to patient testing
and information gathering. Ability to resolve technical problems
using standard guides and procedures. Analytical skills necessary
in order to perform and interpret routine tests and recognize
abnormal / critical test results. Must be able to determine the
appropriate course of action for abnormal, atypical or critical
test results. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and other
Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) software preferred. Ability to
travel. WORKING CONDITIONS Laboratory service areas have work
environments with frequent exposure to physical discomforts due to
unpleasant odors from specimens and chemicals. Frequent exposure to
infectious agents when handling hazardous material, but potential
for personal harm or injury is reduced when proper safety and
health precautions are followed. ~ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS #CHKDHP
Additional Information CHKDHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law – Qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, age, disability, gender identity, national origin,
sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected
by federal, state, or local law. If assistance is needed, please
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Laboratory Cls • Richmond, VA, Virginia, United States