Core Duties

* Perform a full range of clinical laboratory tests in any one or a combination of the following sections of the laboratory: hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, serology, microbiology, and blood bank as outlined in the TO.

* Determine the suitability of specimens for analysis. Prepare specimens for analysis and ensure that the physiologic state of the properties is maintained.

* Prepare reagents and primary reference materials as necessary. Calibrate, standardize, adjust, and maintain instruments. Verify correct instrument operation using established procedures and quality control checks. Identify the cause of common problems and make simple repairs.

* Recognize and react to indicators of malfunction. Locate and implement corrections. Obtain analytical data, convert to a prescribed unit of reporting, as necessary, and correlate data to verify results.

* Conduct quality control procedures on equipment, reagents and products and maintain proper records for quality control and quality assurance reports.

* Prepare specimens for transport to MTF laboratory or for mail out.

* Prepare biological waste for proper disposal.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Degree: Certificate.

* Education: Graduate from a medical laboratory scientist training program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or educational program acceptable to the American Medical Technologist (AMT),or any bachelor's degree in the sciences with acceptable certification below.

* Certification: Certification/registration as determined by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)or AMT, or equivalent as specified in the TO. MLT Certification required.

* Experience: One year of experience within the last two years as a medical laboratory scientist is preferred but not required.