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Philadelphia, PA
Medical Lab Scientist
Philadelphia, PA
Kohler Group
Philadelphia, PA
Medical Lab Scientist
  • Assists with/performs other duties when own work is complete, even when it is outside his/her scope of responsibility
  • Develops materials and participates in the instruction/orientation of technologists, technicians, assistants, and students
  • Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures within established guidelines
  • Works cooperatively with other co-workers to accomplish goals
  • Perform other related duties incidental tothe work described herein
  • May perform Qiacube DNA extraction and BioArray assay as determined bylaboratory management
  • Performs tests following established department policies and procedures exercising independent judgment when necessary
Philadelphia, PA
Medical Lab Scientist, Advanced
Philadelphia, PA
Welch-Hilll
Philadelphia, PA
Medical Lab Scientist, Advanced
  • Consistently cooperate and communicate effectively with co-workers to ensure effective workflow
  • Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
  • ​Consistently cooperate and communicate effectively with co-workers to ensure effective workflow
  • Understand, comply, and perform with all necessary safety procedures
  • Perform proficiency testing as directed to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies
  • Review written procedures and policies for accuracy and submit changes to manager or designee
  • Perform basic troubleshooting of assay problems as directed by senior staff
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Dallas, TX
Medical Lab Scientist, Senior
Dallas, TX
Champlin Inc
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Dallas, TX
Medical Lab Scientist, Senior
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  • Coordinate, perform, and may supervise a variety of routine and complex tests in clinical laboratories using standard techniques and equipment; perform related duties in the laboratory to include specimen handling, using manual and automatic equipment to test specimens, and perform and report analytical tests
  • Assure remedial action is taken and documented whenever tests systems deviate from established performance specifications
  • Electron Microscopy Laboratory: Perform specialized microscopic analysis of subcellular components and identify viral particles in samples prepared using histologic or cytologic procedures designed for electron microscopy
  • Perform transplant donor and recipient, pre- and post-transplantation analysis to determine eligibility for transplantation or to determine acceptance or rejection of transplantation by any of the following methods: HLA typing, engraftment-PCR analysis, myeloid/lymphoid fractionation, immunofluorescence staining, or flow cytometric analysis
  • May coordinate and perform validation testing related to the development of new medical laboratory tests and techniques
  • Histocompatibility, Molecular Diagnostics, and Immunopathology Laboratories: Perform histocompatibility testing using serological, cellular, molecular, electrophoretic, and flow cytometric methodologies, including assessing the quality of the sample for analysis
  • Flow Cytometry Laboratory: Perform direct immunofluorescentstaining of lymphocytes for the purpose of monitoring immune compromised patients by flow cytometric analysis
Education Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology
Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology
University of Delaware
Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology
Skills Skills
  • Considerable knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation and terminology used in the clinical laboratory
  • Basic knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures and practices including standard precautions and hazardous chemical handling
  • Considerable knowledge of computers and computerized lab equipment
  • Basic knowledge of medical terminology
  • Experience involving patient contact, customer service in a medical setting, strong communication skills; both verbal and written
  • Ability to perform independently in resolving lab problems
  • Ability to plan and refine procedures for use in medical diagnostic laboratory testing in the assigned field of work
  • Ability to develop work assignments
  • Ability to make accurate observations and prepare written reports
  • Ability to train, orient and evaluate the job performance of personnel/students
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Medical Lab Scientist, Advanced Resume Examples & Samples

  • Second shift 1 pm to 930 pm
  • Basic computer skills to support patient registry, etc
  • Professional communication skills to interact with patients
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Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Consistently demonstrates behaviors in support of core value: caring for our patients, their loved ones and each other
  • Consistently demonstrates the supporting values of excellence, safety, integrity, diversity and teamwork
  • Uses effective interpersonal skills with customers
  • Effectively identifies customer needs and responds appropriately
  • Practices RELATE model for service recovery
  • Adheres to Health System and legal guidelines (HIPAA, password protection, etc) on confidentiality of information
  • Complies with social media policies
  • Maintains a neat, well-groomed and professional appearance in accordance with appearance standards of the organization and department
  • Can be counted on to complete assigned tasks in an efficient, timely manner
  • Treats co-workers and customers with respect and dignity; open and responsive to the diverse experiences and backgrounds of other people
  • Demonstrates respect and appreciation for individual and cultural differences
  • Works cooperatively with other co-workers to accomplish goals
  • Effectively shares information with team members
  • Develops positive and productive relationships with other team members
  • Works collaboratively with other shifts and departments
  • Assists with/performs other duties when own work is complete, even when it is outside his/her scope of responsibility
  • Demonstrates behaviors that support achievement of balanced scorecard targets
  • Participate in routine equipment and reagent quality control according to standard operating procedures
  • Recognize instrument malfunctions and report to upper level personnel
  • Participate in inventory maintenance by notifying upper level personnel of low inventory
  • Prepare stock solutions and reagents following standard operating procedures and quality control procedures
  • Record quality control of reagent preparation
  • Report problems to upper level personnel
  • Maintain logbook or database; accession samples, order tests, and bill cases
  • Interact with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
  • As appropriate, perform proficiency testing to maintain compliance with internal and external regulatory agencies
  • Attend staff meetings, continuing education, safety and compliance training
  • Remain current on standard operating procedures by reviewing and signing the laboratory manual annually
  • Follow departmental and DUHS policies and procedures such as attendance and time reporting policies
  • Provide technical guidance and instruction to students, interns, residents, staff and other employees as necessary
  • Participates in lab inspections and is available to answer questions and work with assessors as requested
  • Reports all external variances in Safety Reporting System (SRS)
  • Cooperates and participates inimprovingprocesses in the work environment
  • Demonstrates adaptability in response to new or improved work processes
  • Follows departmental/institutional safety standards
  • Reports safety hazards to supervisor in timely manner
  • Promptly completes required online safety training
  • Recognizes deviations from standard practice and initiates appropriate action for resolution in such occurrences and/or communicates problems/issues to responsible individuals
  • Investigates and reports sample labeling problems
  • Identifies and resolves testing or product errors prior to release
  • Investigate and reports delays in service
  • Uses various laboratory and hospital information systems and software; performs basic troubleshooting methods and escalates issues as appropriate
  • Seeks assistance with communication issues with customers and/or staff
  • Initiate appropriate follow-up for pneumatic tube malfunctions
  • Perform other related duties incidental tothe work described herein
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Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Ensures corrective actions are taken and documented
  • Maintains communications with staff and Technical Consultant
  • Coordinates problem resolution
  • Demonstrates a high level of theoretical knowledge in the department as a whole, and serves as a technical expert to provide advice, training, and direction to less experienced personnel
  • Serves as a primary departmental contact for internal and external customers and main contact with Technical Consultant/Manager
  • Performs complex troubleshooting, preventive and corrective maintenance, annual safety checks, and calibration checks on equipment and determines when backup methods must be implemented
  • Consults with Technical Consultant, CES, or vendor service
  • Teaches theoretical information, as well as methodology, to students and new staff. Active involvement in ongoing training and mentoring for staff and students
  • Coordinates training of new staff and identifies technical deficiencies
  • Performs and documents QC; takes appropriate remedial action following established laboratory guidelines
  • Establishes QC program appropriate for tests performed
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Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Evaluates complex results for accuracy, completion, and correlation to physical condition
  • Independently investigates abnormal, critical, and implausible results and consults with other staff and caregivers in resolving discrepancies
  • Analyzes data and identifies trends and issues
  • Develops recommendations based on data assessment
  • Investigates technical issues and makes recommendations to assist Technical Consultant decision making
  • Teaches theoretical information, as well as methodology, to students and new staff
  • Coordinates and reviews QC program for work area
  • Performs and documents QC
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Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Environmental micro
  • Membrane filtration sterility test USP 71
  • Familiar with USP 71, 797,85 and 1227
  • Cleanroom experience
  • New Preparation Validation
  • QC (sampling for environmental testing of cleanroom)
  • Pharmaceutical QC microbiology
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Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Ability to demonstrate required dexterity, knowledge, and ability to complete assigned laboratory tasks and skills, attention to detail and compliance with all appropriate regulatory and safety requirements
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees
  • Ability to perform independently in resolving lab problems
  • Ability to plan and refine procedures for use in medical diagnostic laboratory testing in the assigned field of work
  • Ability to develop work assignments
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Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Documentation of QC problems and solutions
  • Result correction
  • Completion of competency validation within designated time
  • Set-up, operate and maintain laboratory equipment according to established laboratory procedures to include
  • Evaluation of instrument QC
  • Evaluation of appropriate follow-up specimens outside established acceptable limits or instrument linearity
  • Recognition of instrument malfunctions and initiation of appropriate measures
  • Documentation of all instrument problems and solutions
  • Perform initial troubleshooting of instrument and general laboratory problems and recognize problems that need to be brought to the attention of the Senior Techs
  • Assist with teaching of students and new employees and help verify their performance
  • Interact in a professional manner with patients, doctors, nurses and other areas to assist in answering their questions and concerns
  • When requested, assist in the development, maintenance and writing of new procedures and processes
  • When requested, act as the Person in Charge (PIC)
  • Monitor the condition of their assigned workstation at all times and know when to
  • Ask for assistance
  • Indicate that supplies are running low and restock all workstations
  • Perform proficiency tests to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies
  • Participate in preparations for lab inspections. Review lab inspection documents to maintain knowledge and bring any non-compliance issues to the attention of upper level staff
  • Be willing to volunteer to perform tasks that are not strictly covered in your job description
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area at all times
  • Assist with inventory control and supply storage as necessary
  • If delegated by director can assist with the performance of competencies
  • Attends scheduled staff meetings or gets updates if absent
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Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Self-motivated and directed
  • Great customer service skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Some knowledge of Point of Care Testing (Preferred)
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Medical Lab Scientist, Senior Resume Examples & Samples

  • Molecular Diagnostics and Histocompatibility Laboratories: Extract nucleic acids, set up PCR and digestion, prepare and run electrophoretic gels, transfer and hybridize including the preparation of oligonucleotide probes
  • Perform cytometric or karyotypic analysis of stained cytologic sections or suspensions using specialized microscopic and/or cytometric equipment
  • Flow Cytometry Laboratory: Perform direct immunofluorescentstaining of lymphocytes for the purpose of monitoring immune compromised patients by flow cytometric analysis
  • Histocompatibility, Molecular Diagnostics, and Immunopathology Laboratories: Perform histocompatibility testing using serological, cellular, molecular, electrophoretic, and flow cytometric methodologies, including assessing the quality of the sample for analysis
  • Perform transplant donor and recipient, pre- and post-transplantation analysis to determine eligibility for transplantation or to determine acceptance or rejection of transplantation by any of the following methods: HLA typing, engraftment-PCR analysis, myeloid/lymphoid fractionation, immunofluorescence staining, or flow cytometric analysis
  • Electron Microscopy Laboratory: Perform specialized microscopic analysis of subcellular components and identify viral particles in samples prepared using histologic or cytologic procedures designed for electron microscopy
  • Must be trained in at least half of the aspects of the specialty laboratory and have documented competency / proficiency in these aspects of the specialty service
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Medical Technologist / Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Demonstrates working knowledge of laboratory procedures and processes
  • Reports accurate patient laboratory results with minimum errors
  • Reviews results based on knowledge of age related normals
  • Works within all safety guidelines
  • Uses quality control results in determining validity of patient results
  • Is aware of Lab QA issues and works to improve them
  • In lower workload time, performs order audits or other functions to improve quality
  • Meets laboratory service goal with regard to stats
  • Maintains at least average workload output on each bench worked
  • Uses professional judgment to set workload priorities
  • Assists coworkers when work is complete
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude toward change
  • Promotes new ideas based on the needs of the customers
  • Supports coworkers in improving productivity and meeting service goals
  • Provides leadership support to MLT and non-technical staff
  • Actively seeks out additional tasks to improve service
  • Initiates positive work environment
  • Performs instrument troubleshooting procedures
  • Demonstrates working knowledge of laboratory procedures and assists students and Medical Laboratory Technicians
  • Responds to workload needs by flexing between laboratory benches
  • Trains students and new staff
  • If you are looking for an opportunity to work with a team that is transforming care in the community and leading the way toward excellence in customer service and clinical outcomes, this is the career path for you. Mercy Health continues to define what "Excellence" means to our patients, our physicians, our staff and our community
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Medical Lab Tech / Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Each individual performs only those test authorized by the Laboratory Manager and require a degree of skill commensurate with individual's education, training or experience and technical abilities
  • Each individual performing tests must follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results
  • Maintains records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples
  • Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies, documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed
  • Follows the laboratory's established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance
  • Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the Technical Consultant, Clinical Consultant or Manager
  • Documents all corrective action taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications
  • Serves as a laboratory team member to enhance customer relations within and outside the Laboratory
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Medical Lab Scientist / MT Resume Examples & Samples

  • Graduate of a four-year degree program in an accredited school of Clinical Laboratory Science, or equivalent discipline
  • Maintains licensure as per State requirement
  • An associate degree from an accredited institution, which includes courses in chemistry, biology, and medical laboratory techniques or CLIA equivalent
  • Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP), Clinical Laboratory Technician (NCA) or equivalent is required within one year of hire
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Medical Lab Tech / Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • An Associate degree from an accredited institution, which includes courses in chemistry, biology, and medical laboratory techniques or CLIA equivlaent
  • Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (NCA) or equivalent is required within one year from the date of hire
  • Graduate of a four-year degree program in an accredited school of Clinical Laboratory Science or equivalent discipline
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Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Anticipates and responds to changing and/or emergency situations
  • Serves as a positive resource for peers and students
  • Promotes teamwork
  • Assumes charge/shift leader as appropriate
  • Processes all applicable specimens in the laboratory
  • Performs tests following established department policies and procedures exercising independent judgment when necessary
  • Operates monitors and maintains laboratory equipment according to established policies and procedures
  • Performs and documents defined quality control procedures required for tests assayed
  • Maintains education (independent study) as outlined in 2005 ASCP requirements (36 hours CE during a 3 year period)
  • Serves as a resource for MT I, MLTs and Clinical Lab Assistants
  • Follows established procedures for the environment of care and laboratory safety
  • Accepts responsibility for learning and maintaining knowledge of laboratory practices and procedures
  • Maintains current on department based competencies, including all regulatory requirements
  • Remains current on procedures for the environment of care and laboratory safety
  • Pursues professional and educational development
  • Develops goals aligned with with the department/network goals
  • Uses time, supplies, equipment and resources judiciously
  • Utilizes time management skills to complete work
  • Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance as needed
  • Utilizes appropriate chain of command
  • Utilizes courtesy and sensitivity, demonstrates effective and respectful communications
  • Cooperates in staffing and scheduling requirements to meet the needs of the department
  • Participates as a team member by assisting others with patient care needs, department activities, etc
  • Supports a culture of patient and staff safety
  • Must have the ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic
  • Accepts responsibility for remaining current on department based competencies, including all regulatory requirements
  • Accepts responsibility for remaining current on procedures for the environment of care and laboratory safety
  • Accepts responsibility for learning appropriate specimen collection procedures
  • Bachelor's degree in related field is required
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Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Bachelor's degree and completion of a certified clinical program in medical laboratory science OR associate's degree and MT(HEW) certification required
  • Effective communication skills, initiative, teamwork, and flexibility required
  • Certified medical laboratory scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists MLS(ASCP) or equivalent, (i.e. Medical Technologist (MT (ASCP)) OR Clinical Laboratory Scientist certified by the National Credentialing Agency (CLS (NCA)) prior to 2004; or have previously qualified as a technologist under 42 CFR.1433 published 3/14/90 [55 FR 9538] on or before 2/28/92) required
  • MLS (ASCP) eligible employees becoming certified within 12 months of hire or transfer date required. Individuals who were certified beginning January 1, 2004 maintaining their certification by participation in the ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program (ASCP)CM required
  • Progressive, successful experience in clinical laboratory medicine preferred
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Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Interprets, documents and reports test results
  • Meets Medical Lab Scientist I expectations
  • May be required to be "on-call."
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Medical Technologist / Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical or biologic science, or medical technology from accredited institution
  • ASCP (MT or MLS) or equivalent certificate required
  • State of Washington Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist certification and current BLS-Healthcare provider (AHA accredited) within 30 days of hire
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Medical Lab Scientist, Advanced Resume Examples & Samples

  • Cytogenetics and Image Cytometry Laboratories: Perform fluorescence in situ hybridization utilizing multi-color probes and microscopic analysis using specialized microscopic equipment and software. Perform cytometric or karyotypic analysis of stained cytologic sections or suspensions using specialized microscopic and/or cytometric equipment
  • Immunopathology and Flow Cytometry Laboratories: Perform direct immunofluorescent staining of cell suspensions or frozen sections for the purpose of diagnosing malignant diseases as in lymphoma and leukemia immunophenotyping. Flow Cytometry Laboratory: Perform direct immunofluorescent staining of lymphocytes for the purpose of monitoring immune compromised patients by flow cytometric analysis
  • Histocompatibility, Molecular Diagnostics, and Immunopathology Laboratories: Perform histocompatibility testing using serological, cellular, molecular, electrophoretic, and flow cytometric methodologies, including assessing the quality of the sample for analysis. Perform transplant donorand recipient, pre- and post-transplantation analysis to determine eligibility for transplantation or to determine acceptance or rejection of transplantation by any of the following methods: HLA typing, engraftment-PCR analysis, myeloid/lymphoid fractionation, immunofluorescence staining, or flow cytometric analysis
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Medical Lab Scientist, Advanced Resume Examples & Samples

  • Experience involving patient contact, customer service in a medical setting, strong communication skills – both verbal and written
  • Considerable knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation and terminology used in the clinical laboratory
  • Considerable knowledge of computers and computerized lab equipment
  • Ability to make accurate observations and prepare written reports
  • Ability to train, orient and evaluate the job performance of personnel/students
  • Must have strong written communication skills
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Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Minimum of four years of progressive, successful experience in clinical laboratory medicine in the assigned discipline required
  • High school education or equivalent required
  • Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of education/experience combined (One year of education equals one year of experience) OR completion of a certified clinical program in medical laboratory science required
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills required
  • Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork, and flexibility required
  • Certified medical laboratory scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists MLS(ASCP), American Medical Technologist (AMT) or equivalent within 12 months eligibility/graduation required. Equivalent certifications include Medical Technologist (MT (ASCP)) OR Clinical Laboratory Scientist certified by the National Credentialing Agency (CLS (NCA)) prior to 2004; have previously qualified as a technologist under 42 CFR.1433 §493.1491amended 01/19/93 [58 FR 5236] on or before 2/28/92; or International certification and qualification: International Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCPi) with approval from the ASCPi required
  • Individuals who were certified beginning January 1, 2004 maintaining their certification by participation in the ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program (ASCP)CM required
  • Master's degree in biology, microbiology, virology, molecular biology, or other laboratory-related science preferred
  • Specialty certification by a nationally recognized certifying agency in assigned discipline preferred
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Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree and Medical Lab Scientist ASCP Certification Eligible
  • Experience: 0 years’ experience
  • Must obtain Medical Lab Scientist ASCP Certification within one year from hire date
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Medical Lab Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Collects (phlebotomy), processes, and evaluates the acceptability of specimens
  • Performs analytical tests following SOP
  • Evaluates results for accuracy, completion, and correlation with physical condition
  • Recognizes abnormal, critical, and implausible results
  • Maintains supply levels
  • Performs basic calibration, preventative maintenance, function checks, and basic troubleshooting on equipment
  • Ensures quality control and preventative maintenance documentation of daily work assignment
  • Adheres to all regulator guidelines
  • Competes required training and education
  • Takes appropriate remedial action following established laboratory guidelines
  • Submits QC data for analysis at appropriate times
  • Participates in laboratory and facility TQI teams as assigned
  • Assists in monitoring of QA indicators
  • Assists in monitoring QA indicators
  • Participates in annual competency programs
  • Responds to and resolves customer concerns and questions within guidelines