Position Summary: 

Performs maintenance, calibration and quality control in a wide variety of clinical laboratory setting. Performs analysis on blood and other body fluids. Reviews and analyzes data from calibration, quality control and patient testing. Testing will include that defined as “waived” or “moderately complex”. Treats healthcare providers, patients and co-workers professionally with an eye towards achieving a high level of customer service and satisfaction. May assist in training students and new staff. Manages supplies and inventory. If Team Lead, responsible for evaluation of quality control data, calibration data, proficiency testing and instruments maintenance records within their specific department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required

• Associates Degree in clinical laboratory science from an accredited college or university OR equivalent
• Montana Licensure (Clinical Laboratory Technician License)
• If Team Lead, at least two years’ experience as a laboratory scientist or laboratory technician

Preferred

• Certified Medical Laboratory Technologist or Technician (ASCP)

Essential Job Functions:

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

• Calibrate and operate automated laboratory instruments
• Perform manual testing according to written procedures
• Enter, approve and validate results and manipulate data in the Laboratory Information System
• Monitor results, quality control and instrument conditions, investigating outliers and deviations
• Troubleshoot and repair instruments, assist with developing new procedures, assists with orienting and training, preparation of reagents and controls
• Assist with patient care as needed
• If Team Lead, calibrate and operate instruments and perform manual testing according to written procedures. Enter results and data in the Laboratory Information System.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
• Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality
• Computer applications, MS Office, EMR, internet applications and standard office equipment
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines
• Self-directed, completes assignments accurately, thoroughly and with minimal oversight
• Advanced math skills; ability to collect, analyze, interpret and/or present complex data.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting (Rarely – 30 pounds): Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
• Sit (Continuously): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Stand (Occasionally): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Walk (Occasionally): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
• Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
• Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Occasionally): Twisting, bending, stooping, and kneeling require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
• Reach Above Shoulder Level (Occasionally): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
• Push/Pull (Occasionally): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
• Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
• Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
• Exposures (Rarely): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses.

*Frequency Key:  Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).

77344830 Core Lab (BHDH)