Lab Scientist - Bethlehem, United States - St. Luke's University Health Network

St. Luke's University Health Network
St. Luke's University Health Network
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Bethlehem, United States

3 weeks ago

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St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission_ of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

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The Laboratory Scientist performs waived, moderate complex laboratory tests. Assumes responsibility for teaching/training new employees, problem-solving and quality control. Performs special assignments as delegated.


JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Performs laboratory tests according to established protocols as designated by supervisor.
  • Interprets physician laboratory orders to assist in appropriate test selection. This includes tests performed onsite and referral tests.
  • Researches referral laboratory specimen requirements for collection, handling, storing and shipping laboratory specimens.
  • Accurately transcribes test results or enters results into laboratory information system.
  • Follows established policies regarding proper documentation of critical values, reagent lot numbers and other quality assurance data.
  • Assumes responsibility for problem solving, teaching of students and/or new employees, quality control and instrument maintenance.
  • Troubleshoots instrumentation with the aid of consulting technical services with proper documentation.
  • Keeps adequate inventory. Orders supplies appropriately to ensure there is limited or no waste due to expiration of products.
  • Assists in method evaluation and technical writing.
  • Organizes and prioritizes daily workload to complete assigned tasks in a timely fashion. Handles multiple assignments as necessary, with an ability to adapt to changes.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Sitting up to 7 hours per day - 2 hour increments. Standing up to 5 hours per day - 2 hour increments. Walking - up to 7 hours per day - short increments. Frequently uses fingers to manipulate small vials, pipetting, etc. Continuous use of hands for operation of laboratory equipment and computer keyboard. Occasional lifting of boxes/equipment up to 30 lbs. Occasional pushing/pulling of equipment. Frequent stooping, bending. Occasional crouching. Frequent reaching above shoulder level and stretching across work area (30" depth). Hearing as it relates to normal, high and low frequencies. Seeing as it relates to general, far, near, color and peripheral vision. Depth perception.


EDUCATION:
Must meet requirements of 42 CRF Standard Testing Personnel qualifications: Have earned a bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical or biological science or medical technology from an accredited institution


NOTE:

Added associates degree in medical laboratory science preferred in addition to bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, or biological science.


TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Must meet requirements of 42 CRF Standard Testing Personnel qualifications.

  • St. Luke's University Health Network is an
  • Equal Opportunity Employer.
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