ARUP Laboratories
Medical Laboratory Scientist I/Technologist I, Certified
ARUP Laboratories, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Medical Laboratory Scientist I/Technologist I, Certified
Schedule:
Sunday – Wednesday (40 hrs/wk) 12:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
Training Schedule:
Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM.
Department:
Genomics – 394.
Primary Purpose:
Provides services of both a technical and non‑technical nature in the laboratory service areas. Performed routine and complex laboratory tests in an assigned department of the clinical laboratory to provide physicians with rapid and accurate results. Works under the direction of specialists, lead, and/or supervisors.
Essential Functions
Performs waived, moderate, and/or highly complex analytic processes without direct supervision.
Operates, calibrates, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and ensures proper functioning of laboratory equipment.
Performs quality control procedures as specified in lab SOPs and maintains QC records.
Follows specimen collection, handling, transport, and recording procedures.
Processes data, verifies accuracy, and enters data in the laboratory information system.
Monitors QC and assists in data collection for QA indicators.
Performs internal and external proficiency testing.
Meets output measures as defined by group policy and assists with workload in any section where competency has been verified.
Recognizes critical patient results and follows defined reporting process.
Escalates unexpected results, errors, and problems with patient tests as required.
Evaluates unexpected test results and determines causes.
Correlates clinical and laboratory data with pathologic states to determine result validity.
Evaluates exceptions to established criteria and special circumstances related to specimen collection.
Recognizes appropriate selection of basic and complex lab tests.
Prioritizes order of testing and coordinates general workflow.
Resolves and documents QC failures and institutes corrective action.
Integrates and relates lab data to investigate discrepancies and contributes to resolution.
Trains new and current employees on procedures and policies.
Provides technical information and instruction to clients, medical students, peers, physicians, and the public.
Maintains adequate inventory of reagents and supplies.
Directs workflow activities and reviews daily data reports as assigned.
Performs assessment of peers as a qualified observer after two years of experience (excluding NY testing).
Other duties as assigned.
Physical and Other Requirements
Stooping, reaching, and mobility to move between work sites.
Communicate frequently with others.
Use personal protective equipment per CDC, OSHA, and company policies.
Comply with ARUP policies and procedures.
Sedentary work; occasional lift up to 10 lb.
Fine motor control for typing and handling tasks.
Adequate vision and color vision.
Continuing education in current literature and best practices.
Education & Qualifications Education:
Bachelor’s Degree or better in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related field. Applicants within one semester or quarter of completing a bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology who have completed the required clinical rotation can be hired as a Technician, Medical Laboratory Scientist in Training; minimum pay $25.41/hr. They have six months to obtain certification.
Experience & Certifications:
MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), MT (AAB), MLS (AMT), or applicable categorical ASCP or AAB certification (e.g., C(ASCP), M(ASCP), MB(ASCP)). Applicable ASCP or AAB required.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Sunday – Wednesday (40 hrs/wk) 12:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
Training Schedule:
Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM.
Department:
Genomics – 394.
Primary Purpose:
Provides services of both a technical and non‑technical nature in the laboratory service areas. Performed routine and complex laboratory tests in an assigned department of the clinical laboratory to provide physicians with rapid and accurate results. Works under the direction of specialists, lead, and/or supervisors.
Essential Functions
Performs waived, moderate, and/or highly complex analytic processes without direct supervision.
Operates, calibrates, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and ensures proper functioning of laboratory equipment.
Performs quality control procedures as specified in lab SOPs and maintains QC records.
Follows specimen collection, handling, transport, and recording procedures.
Processes data, verifies accuracy, and enters data in the laboratory information system.
Monitors QC and assists in data collection for QA indicators.
Performs internal and external proficiency testing.
Meets output measures as defined by group policy and assists with workload in any section where competency has been verified.
Recognizes critical patient results and follows defined reporting process.
Escalates unexpected results, errors, and problems with patient tests as required.
Evaluates unexpected test results and determines causes.
Correlates clinical and laboratory data with pathologic states to determine result validity.
Evaluates exceptions to established criteria and special circumstances related to specimen collection.
Recognizes appropriate selection of basic and complex lab tests.
Prioritizes order of testing and coordinates general workflow.
Resolves and documents QC failures and institutes corrective action.
Integrates and relates lab data to investigate discrepancies and contributes to resolution.
Trains new and current employees on procedures and policies.
Provides technical information and instruction to clients, medical students, peers, physicians, and the public.
Maintains adequate inventory of reagents and supplies.
Directs workflow activities and reviews daily data reports as assigned.
Performs assessment of peers as a qualified observer after two years of experience (excluding NY testing).
Other duties as assigned.
Physical and Other Requirements
Stooping, reaching, and mobility to move between work sites.
Communicate frequently with others.
Use personal protective equipment per CDC, OSHA, and company policies.
Comply with ARUP policies and procedures.
Sedentary work; occasional lift up to 10 lb.
Fine motor control for typing and handling tasks.
Adequate vision and color vision.
Continuing education in current literature and best practices.
Education & Qualifications Education:
Bachelor’s Degree or better in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related field. Applicants within one semester or quarter of completing a bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology who have completed the required clinical rotation can be hired as a Technician, Medical Laboratory Scientist in Training; minimum pay $25.41/hr. They have six months to obtain certification.
Experience & Certifications:
MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), MT (AAB), MLS (AMT), or applicable categorical ASCP or AAB certification (e.g., C(ASCP), M(ASCP), MB(ASCP)). Applicable ASCP or AAB required.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at ARUP Laboratories by 2x.
Get notified about new Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in
Salt Lake City, UT .
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