medical laboratory scientist.

job summary:
Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.

 
location: Indianapolis, Indiana
job type: Contract
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:
Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result;

· Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens;

· Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs).

· Review and release test results.

· Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.

· Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and all maintenance performed;

· Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.

· Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.

· Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.

· Follow department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clients.

· If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel.

· Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site.

· Maintain general appearance of the department.

· Make sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates.

· Review/train on new procedures.

· Attend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings.

· Participate in all applicable safety training sessions. Know the location and contents of the safety manual. Know the location/use of all applicable safety equipment.

· If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.

· Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

· Required Knowledge: A solid understanding of basic laboratory testing is required for this position. The successful candidate must possess good computer skills and be able to adapt to working in multiple computer systems. Must have knowledge of QC and QA as well as knowledge of all areas of the laboratory.

 
qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required, degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry strongly preferred

- Transcripts will be requested for review throughout consideration process

- 1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred

- Experience with sunquest, DI as an LIS system. Experience in general lab with vitro analyzers, siemens and XN sysmex. Experience with blood bank preferred.

- The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.

- Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.

- Frequent walking and/or standing.

- May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.

 
skills: Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.