Medical Technologist - Clinical Laboratory Scientist

• Abides by all procedures and policies set forth by the Laboratory and Chemistry Department.
• Perform testing in all areas of the Clinical Laboratory to include Chemistry, Blood Bank, Hematology, Immunology and Urinalysis.
• Determines proper collection and timely submission of specimens.
• Processes specimens in a timely manner, following written guidance in Lab policy for specific turnaround time rates.
• Performs and reports all tests in accordance with established procedures, in an effort to meet 
  specific turn-around-time criteria.
• Performs quality control procedures on assigned instruments and methods as per Quality Control procedure.
• Analyzes and interprets test and control data.
• Reports results expediently for stat testing.
• Prepares and loads onto the instrument: reagents, calibrators and quality control materials as 
  needed. 
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles and skills in chemistry.
• Investigates inconsistent results and initiates corrective actions when warranted. 
• Performs testing accurately, identifies methodology problems, and enters data as required.
• Performs, resolves, and documents quality control to produce quality results. To include: Review of QC data in real time and troubleshoot outliers; Performs and documents quality control as  required by lab and department policies; Recognizes out of control, discrepant and unexpected quality control results and notifies the supervisor when appropriate; Uses proper judgment in 
  handling these situations in the absence of a supervisor.
• Perform Calibration of all methods as needed according to instrument specifications. To include: Review of calibration results and determine acceptability: Run QC and review results after instrument calibrations.
• Generates incomplete worksheets for current bench assignment to document the status of missed or missing specimens.
• Reviews critical values and notifies appropriate personnel with documented read-back according to established protocols.
• Takes the time to determine workload priorities and to organize work at the beginning of the shift.
• Performs equipment maintenance, seeking assistance from colleagues if necessary, in order to compete work in a timely manner and within established time frames.
• Perform steps for Instrument troubleshooting promptly to address instrument error codes or sample flags; includes contacting the Manufacturer Hotline as needed.
• Perform new reagent lot-to lot studies as needed.  To include proper documentation and determining acceptability of results. 
• Attend staff meetings as required by the VAMC Chief of Service or designee.
• Understand method specific Analytical Measuring Range for each test.
• Understand method specific dilution protocol for each test.
• Run Proficiency testing as assigned.  Follow guidelines in Lab Proficiency Testing Policy; Performs and handles proficiency survey samples in an acceptable manner.
• The contractor's performance is reliable, competent and is maintained with minimum supervision.
• Contract employee performs other duties assigned, as required, in a timely and efficient manner.
• Demonstrates civility by consistently communicating and interacting verbally, by telephone, or in writing with patients, visitors, students, clinicians, co-workers, supervisors, and other health care workers in a courteous, tactful, and helpful manner.
• Consistently maintains a respectful relationship with coworkers, supervisors, and other health care workers, even during stressful times. 
• Willingly assists, provides instruction, and contributes to the effective operation of the section 
  to visitors, students, clinicians, co-workers, supervisors, and other health care works in a 
  courteous, polite, and competent manner. 
• Performance must demonstrate the ability to adjust to change or work pressure in a pleasant 
  manner, resolve conflict in a professional fashion, follow instructions conscientiously, and 
  to help the group effort when possible.
• Understand method specific interferences and be able to determine best corrective action.

• Minimum of one(1) years of recent Medical Technologist experience
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory or related science.
• Board Certified by the ASCP or AMT as a MT, ML or CLS.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Card
• Proven ability to speak, understand, read, and write English fluently
• Authorized to work in the U.S. indefinitely without sponsorship (all jobs)
• Ability to obtain a public trust 

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

This position may be subject to client or government vaccination, policy, or requirements that may change from time to time.

The work location is flexible if the company approves it, except that the position may not be performed remotely from Colorado.

PFS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, life insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off, remote work, and other benefits to accommodate what matters most to you and your family. Learn more about PFS Benefits.

Note: PFS benefits, compensation, and bonuses are subject to eligibility requirements and other applicable plan or program terms.