Medical Laboratory Scientist

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Arizona General Hospital Mesa is a 50 bed non-profit facility providing quality health care to patients and communities in and around Mesa, Arizona. We are part of CommonSpirit Health which operates 139 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21 states, making our services accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.

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A Medical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for performing a wide range of laboratory tests on patient samples to aid in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. They operate and maintain advanced laboratory equipment, ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results, and adhere to strict safety and quality control standards. In addition to analyzing blood, urine, and other bodily fluids, they collaborate with healthcare professionals to interpret test findings, assist in clinical decision-making, and contribute to the development of patient care plans. Strong attention to detail, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of laboratory procedures are essential for this role.

• Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting 
• Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turn-around-time limits
• Acts as a ‘group leader’ by assisting other staff members in work duties as needed to ensure a smooth workflow in the department.
• Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and  troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair.
•  May receive or have extended instrument training to function as an instrument lead for the department.
• Trains new employees and students in the department.
• Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters. 
• Assists department Technical Coordinator or Supervisor in preparation of QC and calibration reports, ensuring that records are complete and accurate.
• Performs proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leaders
• Assists Technical Coordinator or Supervisor with test or equipment validations. Helps with training, validation records and documentation.
• Participates in opportunities for continuing education and/or teaching, training according to the Section Performance Standards to enhance technical skills of students, trainees, coworkers, and self
• Responsible for inventory of supplies, including providing assistance with monitoring supplies, ordering, and placing received supplies into storage.

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Minimum: 

• Bachelor's Degree in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA.

• 2 years experience in a clinical laboratory.

Preferred: 

• MLS (ASCP) or equivalent