Medical Laboratory Scientist - IRL

Job Responsibilities: Perform highly complex quantitative and qualitative analysis on chemical, hematological, microbiological or immunology clinical and research specimens. Provide technical direction and oversight on all levels of testing complexity and analysis on biological specimens such as blood, tissue/organs and body fluids. Conduct comprehensive evaluation of laboratory test results. Provide information to health care provider regarding test methodology and interpretation. Provide technical assistance and training to staff on interpretation of quality assurance issues. Provide mentoring and oversight to staff when investigating and initiating corrective action for quality assurance issues involving patient samples. Perform statistical analysis of quality control data associated with assigned laboratory testing and initiate corrective action based on statistical results. Report and document variances according to regulatory agency guidelines. Responsible for the operation, calibration, maintenance and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation. Participate in evaluation of equipment and recommend product for acquisition. Evaluate reagent comparisons and results and recommend changes to reduce costs and improve efficiency. Assure compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements of the laboratory section (JCAHO, CAP, FDA, AABB).Write and revise laboratory procedures according to NCLLS guidelines. Train and instruct new staff members and other health care professional (residents, medical students, etc.) on test techniques, development and test interpretation. Provide performance management feedback and may provide input into performance evaluations. Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public. Percent of Time: 100%Schedule: 40 hours a week will be accomplished between the times of 12:30pm-9:00pm, Monday - Thursday and 9:30am - 6:00pm Friday. Rotating Saturday and on-call coverage.

Location: Iowa River LandingSEIU Pay Plan: starting salary of $54,000 to commensurate at 100% effort Benefits Highlights: Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements: A Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology program from an accredited institution. Some (6 months – 1 year) clinical laboratory experience, which may include program training experience, is required.**Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or a categorical/specialist certification in the appropriate laboratory discipline from American Society for Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) from Health Education and Welfare (HEW) is required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Desired Qualifications: 6 months – 1 year Hematology Differential reading.6 months – 1 year experience with quality control analysis and troubleshooting.1 – 3 years as a generalist with core competency in Chemistry, Urinalysis, and Hematology; demonstrated proficiency within the past 5 years performing microscopic examination on patient specimens. Previous experience in Phlebotomy is highly desirable Experience with Cobas Analyzers troubleshooting and maintenance.