Laboratory Scientist Anatomic Pathology-Non-Credentialed

Laboratory Scientist Anatomic Pathology-Non-Credentialed

Full Time; FTE 1.0

First Shift, No Holidays, Occassionals Weekends for Procedures or Instrument Maintenance

Rock Island, Illinois

The Laboratory Scientist is responsible for working within the established guidelines of the Anatomic Pathology Department- mainly within the Cytology area. As a Bachelor degreed professional, the Laboratory Scientist is responsible for carrying out the philosophy and objectives established by the Board of Directors and the Management Team. Foremost among these responsibilities are strictly adhering to detail in the technical performance of laboratory procedures, solving practical and analytical problems, resolving conflict, and implementing constructive change.

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Specimen Management

Receives, reviews, accessions and prepares samples for analysis and cytological exam

Follows QA guidelines for specimen handling, identification and processing

Operates, maintains, troubleshoots COBAS analyzer, including training staff on analyzer use, proficiency testing and inspection readiness.

Maintains and orders supplies/reagents for analyzers and related testing equipment

Departmental Support

• Assists MT/MLS/MLT with lab procedures/tests/training
• Documents routine instrument maintenance
• Troubleshoots and resolves instrument and equipment issues
• Documents, reviews and writes technical procedures for department
• Monitors technical practices to meet necessary standards, recommendations and requirements of voluntary and government agencies (CAP, JCAHO, CLIA).

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree in a Chemical, Physical, or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology from an accredited institution.

Experince:

College or post-graduate laboratory experience.

License/Cerifications:

Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work related reasons.

*Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, internal equity, and other business needs. The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation which may include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits that may be applicable to this role.