Position Summary: 

Performs maintenance, calibration and quality control in a wide variety of clinical laboratory setting.  Performs analysis on blood and other body fluids.  Reviews and analyzes data from calibration, quality control and patient testing.  Testing will include that defined as “waived” or “moderately complex”.  Treats healthcare providers, patients and co-workers professionally with an eye towards achieving a high level of customer service and satisfaction.  May assist in training students and new staff.  Manages supplies and inventory.   If Team Lead, responsible for evaluation of quality control data, calibration data, proficiency testing and instruments maintenance records within their specific department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates Degree in clinical laboratory science from an accredited college or university OR equivalentMontana Licensure (Clinical Laboratory Technician License)If Team Lead, at least two years’ experience as a laboratory scientist or laboratory technicianPreferred: Certified Medical Laboratory Technologist or Technician (ASCP)

Essential Job Functions:

Calibrate and operate automated laboratory instrumentsPerform manual testing according to written proceduresEnter, approve and validate results and manipulate data in the Laboratory Information SystemMonitor results, quality control and instrument conditions, investigating outliers and deviationsTroubleshoot and repair instruments, assist with developing new procedures, assists with orienting and training, preparation of reagents and controlsAssist with patient care as neededIf Team Lead, calibrate and operate instruments and perform manual testing according to written procedures.  Enter results and data in the Laboratory Information System. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all timesAbility to work in a busy and stressful environmentStrong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skillsExercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentialityComputer applications, MS Office, EMR, internet applications and standard office equipmentAbility to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlinesSelf-directed, completes assignments accurately, thoroughly and with minimal oversightAdvanced math skills; ability to collect, analyze, interpret and/or present complex data.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification.  They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.

77344830 Core Lab (BHDH)