TriCore Reference Laboratories
Laboratory Scientist - University Hospital
TriCore Reference Laboratories, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Laboratory Scientist - University Hospital
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TriCore Reference Laboratories Schedule:
Tuesday- Friday 0700-1730, weekends, on call, holidays, other shifts as needed Location:
University Hospital Salary/Hourly:
Hourly Position Job Summary:
Under general supervision, performs waived, moderate or high complexity laboratory tests for the purpose of diagnosis and treatment of disease. Performs maintenance, basic troubleshooting and repairs of laboratory equipment. Runs and evaluates quality control testing to ensure equipment is functional prior to patient testing. May assist with the implementation and oversight of waived point of care testing. Staff in this job description meet the qualifications for designation as “Testing Personnel” for moderate and high complexity testing under CLIA regulations. Essential Functions Performs/results and documents clinical laboratory testing exercising independent judgment and responsibility. Notes abnormal patient results and informs supervisor, pathologist, or principal investigator as appropriate. Operates laboratory equipment, interfaces and instruments, performs and documents basic maintenance procedures. Performs routine logging for QC/QA purposes. Collects and compiles QA data as directed. Monitors QC for trends and takes and documents corrective action as needed or directed. Performs troubleshooting procedures. Identifies testing problems and recommends appropriate solutions using defined guidelines. Actively participates in regulatory inspections. Takes inventory as needed or appropriate. Orders supplies for the Section/Department as directed. Assists with training of new staff and/or students. Serves as a liaison with internal and external customers/employees/clients. Depending on the site or department, may participate in the POCT oversight program including but not limited to; training lab and non-lab personnel in the use of waived testing. Troubleshoot the performance of waived testing, including IT connectivity issues. Review the quality performance of waived testing. Participate in the implementation, including validation, if necessary, of waived testing. Depending on the site or department, may collect specimens such as blood, urine, sputum and other body fluids and prepare for analysis. Minimum Qualifications Selected candidates for the TriCore Laboratory Scientist position will be placed into LS I, LS II, LS III, or LS IV based on education and experience as follows: Laboratory Scientist I Bachelor’s degree in biological, or chemical science from an accredited institution. Note: Candidate may qualify with a Bachelor’s degree in physical sciences through December 31, 2024, or Associate’s degree in laboratory science (biology or chemistry) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, or Have education and training equivalent to an associate degree in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution that includes at least 60 semester hours, with specific course requirements as detailed by the regulator. At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, include either: 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include chemistry, biology, and related requirements. No Experience Required. Laboratory Scientist II Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited Institution. No experience required, or Bachelor’s degree in biology, or chemistry science from an accredited institution AND two years’ direct clinical laboratory experience, or Associate’s degree in laboratory science (biology or chemistry) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution AND two years’ direct clinical laboratory experience, or Two years’ direct clinical laboratory experience AND education and training equivalent to an associate degree in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution. At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, including required science courses; two years’ direct clinical laboratory experience, and relevant CLIA qualification. Laboratory Scientist III Two years of Laboratory Scientist II at TriCore, or Bachelor’s degree in biology, or chemistry science from an accredited institution AND four years’ direct clinical laboratory experience, or Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited Institution, AND two years’ direct clinical laboratory experience, or U.S. military medical laboratory training course plus bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry and three years of direct clinical laboratory testing experience, or Associate’s degree in laboratory science (biology or chemistry) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution AND four years’ direct clinical laboratory experience. Four years’ direct clinical laboratory experience and qualifying education as specified above. Laboratory Scientist IV Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited Institution, AND four years’ direct clinical laboratory experience, or Bachelor’s degree in biology, or chemistry science from an accredited institution AND four years’ direct clinical laboratory experience. Preferences : ASCP or AMT certification in various classifications, or ADLM Certification in POCT, or ACHI/NRCC certifications in related areas. Certification required for LS IV placement. Immunization Requirements : Prove immunity to Hepatitis B or be immunized or sign a waiver. Provide TB testing documentation within 90 days prior to hire. In departments with direct patient contact, immunization against rubella, rubeola and varicella may be required. About TriCore : TriCore is New Mexico’s largest laboratory, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. We value integrity, excellence, and a commitment to patient care and our communities. We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, PTO, paid holidays, and ongoing learning opportunities.
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TriCore Reference Laboratories Schedule:
Tuesday- Friday 0700-1730, weekends, on call, holidays, other shifts as needed Location:
University Hospital Salary/Hourly:
Hourly Position Job Summary:
Under general supervision, performs waived, moderate or high complexity laboratory tests for the purpose of diagnosis and treatment of disease. Performs maintenance, basic troubleshooting and repairs of laboratory equipment. Runs and evaluates quality control testing to ensure equipment is functional prior to patient testing. May assist with the implementation and oversight of waived point of care testing. Staff in this job description meet the qualifications for designation as “Testing Personnel” for moderate and high complexity testing under CLIA regulations. Essential Functions Performs/results and documents clinical laboratory testing exercising independent judgment and responsibility. Notes abnormal patient results and informs supervisor, pathologist, or principal investigator as appropriate. Operates laboratory equipment, interfaces and instruments, performs and documents basic maintenance procedures. Performs routine logging for QC/QA purposes. Collects and compiles QA data as directed. Monitors QC for trends and takes and documents corrective action as needed or directed. Performs troubleshooting procedures. Identifies testing problems and recommends appropriate solutions using defined guidelines. Actively participates in regulatory inspections. Takes inventory as needed or appropriate. Orders supplies for the Section/Department as directed. Assists with training of new staff and/or students. Serves as a liaison with internal and external customers/employees/clients. Depending on the site or department, may participate in the POCT oversight program including but not limited to; training lab and non-lab personnel in the use of waived testing. Troubleshoot the performance of waived testing, including IT connectivity issues. Review the quality performance of waived testing. Participate in the implementation, including validation, if necessary, of waived testing. Depending on the site or department, may collect specimens such as blood, urine, sputum and other body fluids and prepare for analysis. Minimum Qualifications Selected candidates for the TriCore Laboratory Scientist position will be placed into LS I, LS II, LS III, or LS IV based on education and experience as follows: Laboratory Scientist I Bachelor’s degree in biological, or chemical science from an accredited institution. Note: Candidate may qualify with a Bachelor’s degree in physical sciences through December 31, 2024, or Associate’s degree in laboratory science (biology or chemistry) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, or Have education and training equivalent to an associate degree in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution that includes at least 60 semester hours, with specific course requirements as detailed by the regulator. At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, include either: 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include chemistry, biology, and related requirements. No Experience Required. Laboratory Scientist II Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited Institution. No experience required, or Bachelor’s degree in biology, or chemistry science from an accredited institution AND two years’ direct clinical laboratory experience, or Associate’s degree in laboratory science (biology or chemistry) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution AND two years’ direct clinical laboratory experience, or Two years’ direct clinical laboratory experience AND education and training equivalent to an associate degree in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution. At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, including required science courses; two years’ direct clinical laboratory experience, and relevant CLIA qualification. Laboratory Scientist III Two years of Laboratory Scientist II at TriCore, or Bachelor’s degree in biology, or chemistry science from an accredited institution AND four years’ direct clinical laboratory experience, or Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited Institution, AND two years’ direct clinical laboratory experience, or U.S. military medical laboratory training course plus bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry and three years of direct clinical laboratory testing experience, or Associate’s degree in laboratory science (biology or chemistry) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution AND four years’ direct clinical laboratory experience. Four years’ direct clinical laboratory experience and qualifying education as specified above. Laboratory Scientist IV Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited Institution, AND four years’ direct clinical laboratory experience, or Bachelor’s degree in biology, or chemistry science from an accredited institution AND four years’ direct clinical laboratory experience. Preferences : ASCP or AMT certification in various classifications, or ADLM Certification in POCT, or ACHI/NRCC certifications in related areas. Certification required for LS IV placement. Immunization Requirements : Prove immunity to Hepatitis B or be immunized or sign a waiver. Provide TB testing documentation within 90 days prior to hire. In departments with direct patient contact, immunization against rubella, rubeola and varicella may be required. About TriCore : TriCore is New Mexico’s largest laboratory, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. We value integrity, excellence, and a commitment to patient care and our communities. We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, PTO, paid holidays, and ongoing learning opportunities.
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