Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Saratoga Hospital
- Saratoga Springs, NY
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Perform testing according to SOP.
- Maintain extensive knowledge of instrument and equipment, including routine operation, proper working order, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Perform, evaluate and document required quality control procedures and document remedial action or acceptance of out of control results. Perform quality assurance activities as directed by supervisor.
- Use good analytical judgment and problem-solving skills to evaluate test results. Accurately report test results. Notify supervisor of problems and follows up as directed.
- Determine acceptability of specimens, maintain positive identification and resolve and document any discrepancies.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of laboratory information system, including basic routines and other menus. Generate, review and act on reports as required by laboratory protocol.
- Demonstrate technical expertise and competence for all assigned tasks.
- Participate in training and orientation of staff.
- Conducting clinical laboratory procedures or tests with blood and urine;
- Solving technical problems with instruments/machines as well as physiologic causes of problems or unexpected test results; and
- Analyzing new techniques and procedures in the laboratory.