Generalist Medical Lab Scientist

3 days ago


Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa Jefferson Health Full time

Job Details: The Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician / Technologist (MLS / MLT / MT) performs and monitors various medical laboratory analyses of patient specimens to provide accurate test results for confirming clinical diagnoses and treatment therapies.

The MLS / MLT / MT complies with regulatory requirements by following established procedures and protocols in order to maintain a safe laboratory environment and meet accreditation standards.

The MLS / MLT / MT works effectively as a team member within the department and with other departments to provide quality service through communication, cooperation, and collaboration.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

  1. Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
  2. Properly processes specimens following established protocols for proper patient identification and labeling.
  3. Specimen collection via phlebotomy and venipuncture may be required at specific hospital locations as needed.
  4. Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections, including acceptable QC recognition of abnormal / unusual results.
  5. Documents unacceptable specimens according to appropriate policy.
  6. Communicates specimen requirements to appropriate personnel.
  7. Reports, documents, and communicates to appropriate personnel critical values per hospital policy.
  8. Completes reports and maintains records and documentation of test results by entering and verifying data into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
  9. Operates analytical equipment for medical laboratory tests.
  10. Monitors, cleans, calibrates, and maintains devices and instruments according to manufacturer specifications and relevant standards.
  11. Troubleshoots malfunctions and initiates corrective action.
  12. Keeps accurate records of all equipment checks and maintenance actions performed.
  13. Adheres to established quality control policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy and validity of laboratory results.
  14. Recognizes factors that affect measurements and takes appropriate action according to protocol.
  15. Follows QC protocols for all testing before releasing results.
  16. Documents quality control results in compliance with regulatory agencies.
  17. Participates in Proficiency testing program.
  18. Maintains clinical competency by annually fulfilling regulatory requirements.
  19. Participates in hospital / laboratory in-services for educational purposes as well as to comply with accrediting agency regulations.
  20. Performs other laboratory technician duties as assigned by the lead, supervisor, or manager, including the provision of technical education and training to other technicians and students if requested in order to meet the criteria established by the student's institution.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements:

Education: Associate's Degree required in related field of Science, preferably from an accredited school of Medical Laboratory Technology or completion of Military Medical Laboratory specialist Training.

Experience: Prior training in a laboratory setting (student training accepted). ASCP or equivalent certification preferred.

Work Shift: Workday Evening (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type: Regular

Primary Location Address: Chapel Ave West & Cooper Landing Rd, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, United States of America.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

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