Position Overview:

A skilled and detail-oriented Clinical Laboratory Technologist is expected to perform a wide range of diagnostic tests in our modern clinical laboratory. The ideal candidate will ensure the accuracy, quality, and timely delivery of test results while adhering to all regulatory and safety standards.

Required Education, Skills and Experience: 

Education and Skills:

· Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biology or a related field. Advanced degree is preferred.

· Minimum 5 years of experience in a laboratory setting (experience with LC/MS or ELISA is a plus).

· Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, quality control, and safety protocols.

· Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Other Preferred Qualifications:

· Certification as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) by a recognized certifying body.

· Proficiency with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and familiarity with data management best practices.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

· Perform routine and specialized laboratory testing using advanced instrumentation and methodologies.

· Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring proper calibration and quality control.

· Prepare, process, and analyze patient samples, including blood, urine, and oral fluids.

· Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory requirements.

· Troubleshoot technical issues, including instrument malfunctions and test discrepancies.

· Review and verify test results for accuracy and release them into the laboratory information system (LIS).

· Collaborate with laboratory staff to maintain a high standard of quality and workflow efficiency.

· Assist in the development, validation, and implementation of new laboratory tests and procedures.

· Maintain accurate records of test procedures, results, and quality control data.

· Participate in proficiency testing, competency assessments, and continuing education activities.

Work Environment:

OSHA RISK FACTOR CATEGORY 1. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and work with a computer. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and/or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The employee is required to perform repetitive motions, including reaching above the head, and typing. Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Color-blindness testing is required for those with job-specific duties requiring color discrimination.

Vericare Laboratories business principles apply to each position to ensure that quality products are the priority.

1. Demonstrate dedication to a priority focused process that supports diagnostic products:

a. Participate in activities that support a corporate system designed to assess and continuously improve the delivery of products to meet the needs of patients and all clinical and business partners.

b. Dedicated to continual change in processes and menu

2.  Promotes mutual respect with integrity by:

a. Working respectfully and professionally with others in the organization to accomplish organizational goals and to identify and resolve problems.  

b. Keeping promises and commitments and respects alternative perspectives and opinions.

c. Supporting a culture that values the diversity of its employees.  Using inclusive language to represent diversity facilitates a culture where differences are respected and valued, and the workplace is free from harassment.  This type of action is important to VERICARE's employee's ongoing intellectual and personal development and their sense of well being and shared community.

3. Participate in a work culture that values collaboration, personal responsibility, integrity, innovation, trust, and communication.

a. Understand and believe that thinking, planning, decisions and actions are better when done cooperatively. People recognize, and even assimilate, the belief that “none of us is as good as all of us.”

b. Understand the clear expectation that teamwork and collaboration are expected.  No one completely owns a work area or process all by himself.  People who own work processes and positions are open and receptive to ideas and input from others on the team.

c. Works to accomplish organizational goals and to identify and resolve problems respectfully and cooperatively with others in the organization

d. Keeps promises and commitments and respects alternative perspectives.

e. Cooperates with others to effectively and efficiently accomplish work and help create and maintain good working relationships; provide assistance and backup when necessary.

f. Communicates in a concise, meaningful and proactive manner.

g. Completes assignments on time, contributing extra effort to meet patient and colleague needs.

h. Builds credibility with others and sets a positive tone for the organization.  Pursues continuous improvement, follows through on commitments and assumes responsibility for results.

4. Maintain high standards of professional conduct.

a. Adheres to corporate confidentiality and regulatory requirements. Understands the necessity for maintaining confidentiality of all sensitive oral, paper-based and electronic information.

b. Complies with all VERICARE policies, procedures, department guidelines, and applicable laws in the conduct of routine activities and the solution of problems.

c. Exercise independent judgment, accept responsibility for their actions and recognize their accountability for the service they provide.

5. Continuously enhance professional/competency skills.

a. Attends and participates in classes, seminars, workshops, and other continuing education as appropriate to maintain and enhance professional knowledge and/or job skills.

b. Enthusiastically share knowledge and information to support the education and training of colleagues.