Laboratory Scientist Anatomic Pathology-Non-Credentialed
Full Time; FTE 1.0
9:00am-5:30pm
Rock Ilsand, IL
The Laboratory Scientist is responsible for working within the established guidelines of the Anatomic Pathology Department- mainly within the Cytology area. As a Bachelor degreed professional, the Laboratory Scientist is responsible for carrying out the philosophy and objectives established by the Board of Directors and the Management Team. Foremost among these responsibilities are strictly adhering to detail in the technical performance of laboratory procedures, solving practical and analytical problems, resolving conflict, and implementing constructive change.
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Specimen Management * Receives, reviews, accessions and prepares samples for analysis and cytological exam * Follows QA guidelines for specimen handling, identification and processing * Operates, maintains, troubleshoots COBAS analyzer, including training staff on analyzer use, proficiency testing and inspection readiness. * Maintains and orders supplies/reagents for analyzers and related testing equipment
Departmental Support
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| Minimum Requirements Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position. | Preferred or Specialized Not required to perform the essential functions of the position. |
Education:
| Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution |
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Experience:
| College or post-graduate laboratory experience | Hospital or Reference Laboratory experience |
License(s)/Certification(s):
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| Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. |
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
| * Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. * Technical Aptitude- ability to learn new systems quickly * Medical Terminology * Basic laboratory skills * Accountability * Adaptability * Professionalism * Decision making skills * Planning and Organizing skills * Problem solving
| * Knowledge of Quality Control standards * Working knowledge of Statistics
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Other:
| Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
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