Medical Laboratory Technician (Business Assistant II)

Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Sites Cold War legacy. Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 2,750+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today.

+ MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.

+ MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc.

**Responsiblities**

The Medical Laboratory Technician (Business Assistant II) will provide clinical laboratory support for the Occupational Medicine clinic(s). Provide a variety of laboratory related functions including but not limited to specimen collection, development and adherence of chain of custody procedures, administration of various tests and examinations and the training of Occupational Medicine and Emergency Medical personnel.

**Key Responsibilities**

+ Perform routine collection of clinical and drug testing specimens including blood and urine; using appropriate collection techniques, collects, process and prepare specimens for shipment to reference laboratory and prioritize tests to be performed.

+ Process specimens including:

+ labeling

+ lab requisition

+ centrifuging

+ aliquoting

+ freezing

+ and correctly prepare for transport as required by test order

+ Assist with administration of breathalyzer tests, record results, and ensure calibration and maintenance of equipment.

+ Assist with receiving and distributing laboratory and toxicology reports from reference laboratory; maintain regular contact with reference laboratory to ensure accurate and timely reporting of test results; determine accuracy of results, especially when abnormal findings occur; meet deadlines on all tests run to prevent sample deterioration and to provide data to providers in the most efficient manner. Alert appropriate staff of abnormal result and record in employee EMBOS system.

+ Train Occupational Medicine and Emergency Medical personnel in drug test collection/reporting, performing and reporting the Breath Alcohol Test including the DOT mandated BAT training. Completion of the company's Basic Instructor Presentation Skills (BIPS) Course is a required prerequisite for taking external training to become certified to train occupational and emergency medical personnel in drug and breath alcohol testing procedures.

+ Maintain:

+ chain of custody for drug collection procedures.

+ phlebotomy logs to include maintenance and temperature logs

+ up-to-date knowledge of the Federal Drug and Alcohol testing regulations.

+ all required training and certifications including First Aid, AED and CPR.

+ compliance with the Privacy and Security Standards as outlined in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

+ contact with all levels of personnel both inside and outside the company to facilitate the establishment of optimum medical service.

+ Oversees laboratory related activities performed at the Nevada National Security Site facility. Identified as the subject matter expert in this field and may direct these functions as necessary when requested. The duties will include:

+ Maintaining accurate records on fluid specimens and tests

+ Scanning of laboratory documents

+ Processing and sorting specimens

+ Maintenance logs/Temperature logs

+ processing laboratory faxes

+ Performing CLIA waived testing

+ Coordinate random drug testing schedules and schedule laboratory draws, including scheduling of employees returning for a draw based upon an abnormal result or provider request.

+ Generate policies/procedures pertaining to laboratory related issues.

+ Document all laboratory related issues in the patient Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to include data entry for radiology reports.

+ Oversee collection and disposal of Bio-Hazardous waste.

+ Verify invoices for charges from outside laboratories.

+ Perform all non-patient facing duties, including inventory, stocking supplies, sanitizing, filing lab results, answering phones, and utilizing emails as appropriate

+ Restocking phlebotomy trays and procurement areas after use and at end of shift.

+ Adhere to all company EEO, affirmative action, environmental, health, safety, quality assurance and security programs.

+ Demonstrate knowledge and ability to perform tasks associated with the front desk operations as needed, included administrative tasks such as scheduling, record and inventory management.

+ Travel to remote work sites for specimen collection.

+ Assist with preparation of exam and treatment rooms including stocking of supplies and equipment for treatments.

+ Provide clinical and administrative support to physicians and other healthcare professionals, focusing on patient care.

+ Assisting providers and support staff you will respond to routine, work-related illnesses, injuries, and medical emergencies.

+ Performs other duties as assigned by management.

**Qualifications**

**Due to the nature of our work, US Citizenship is required for all positions.**

**DISCLAIMER: Please do not change the 1st bullet point related to education/years of experience.**

+ High School diploma or equivalent, and at least one year of related experience.

+ Point of Care Testing Experience

+ State Medical Technologist/Clinical Laboratory Technologist license (preferred) not required.

+ Training in phlebotomy including aseptic techniques. Knowledge of drug abuse testing and rehabilitation desirable.

+ Must be able to plan, organize and prioritize in order to assist in the treatment of patients in the most efficient and effective manner.

+ Must be able to work under pressure handling multiple tasks, complaints, frequent interruptions and time constraints.

+ Must possess interpersonal skills and ability to deal with ill, injured, upset and uncooperative patients in a sensitive, effective, and professional manner while screening and maintaining confidentiality.

+ Must possess excellent written and oral communications and interpersonal skills to effectively work with the patient populations, interface with co-workers and interact with providers.

+ Must be able to read/write/speak English, possess excellent mathematical skills and the ability to accurately gather and input data.

+ Must be able to follow oral and written instruction and follow through on all assignments.

+ Must be able to follow established policies and procedures, maintain department accountability standards and follow through on all assignments.

+ Must be able to provide appropriate instruction to patients with questions regarding health/wellness, physical examinations and required paperwork.

+ Must be able to maintain continuing education requirements, read and understand technical medical specifications, training materials and new techniques as required.

+ Must display a professional manner at all times and maintain a good working relationship with outside laboratories.

+ Must attain and maintain training certification for drug testing collection and BAT according to DOT and DOE requirements.

+ Must possess knowledge and understanding of the EMR system.

+ Constant mental alertness, attention to detail and accuracy required in collecting, processing and testing medical specimens according to established testing procedures.

+ Must be able to work independently and make decisions based on knowledge, experience and judgment to determine the best course of action

+ Work schedule for this position will be 4/10s, Monday Thursday (subject to change).

+ Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.

+ Must possess a valid driver's license.

+ Primary work location: Mercury, NV with the ability to float to the North Las Vegas (Losee Road) clinic as assigned.

Ability to obtain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification credential under the Department of Energy Order 206.2, _Identity, Credential, and Access Management_ , and Supplemental Directive NNSA SD 206.2, _Implementation of Personal Identity Verification for Uncleared Contractors_ .

MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Hourly range for this position is: **$20.78 - $31.17**

Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.