Medical Laboratory Scientist
Core
Performs complex clinical laboratory tests in the Pathology Department, including blood typing, hematology, microbiology, and chemical analyses of body fluids.
Role type
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Medical Laboratory Technologist)
Builds
Diagnostic test results for patient care
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Required skills
Blood typing and cross-matching, Hematology analysis, Microbiology isolation and identification, Chemical analysis of body fluids, Quality control procedures, Equipment calibration and maintenance, Specimen handling and transport, Report generation and interpretation
Preferred skills
Teaching students and residents, Developing new tests and procedures
Technologies
Laboratory instruments, Microscopes, Analytical chemistry equipment, Hematology analyzers
Responsibilities
Type and cross-match blood; Isolate and identify microorganisms; Perform chemical analyses of body fluids; Calibrate instruments and perform quality controls; Record and review test results; Assist in instructing students and orienting new employees; Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment; Draw patient blood samples and transport specimens.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC