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ICONMA LLC Medical Technologist/ Medical Lab Scient in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Medical Lab Scientist Location: Milwaukee, WI 53210 Duration: 6 months with possible contract to hire/ possible extension SCHEDULE: 2-PM - 10:30 PM ROTATING WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS Description: Responsibilities are interchangeable within job titles of medical laboratory scientist (MLS), medical technologist or clinical laboratory scientist. Work environment/department will be listed in requirement. Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria. Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures. Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality. Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving. Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls. Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care. Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures. Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary. Assist with processing of specimens when needed. Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine, or spinal fluid, to determine presence of normal or abnormal components. Analyze laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results. Operate, calibrate, or maintain equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis, such as spectrophotometers, calorimeters, flame photometers, or computer-controlled analyzers. Collect and study blood samples to determine the number of cells, their morphology, or their blood group, blood type, or compatibility for transfusion purposes, using microscopic techniques. Enter data from analysis of medical tests or clinical results into computer for storage. Establish or monitor quality assurance programs or activities to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results. Analyze samples of biological material for chemical content or reaction. Set up, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment. Provide technical information about test results to physicians, family members, or researchers. Cultivate, isolate, or assist in identifying microbial organisms or perform various tests on these microorganisms. Supervise, train, or direct lab assistants, medical and clinical laboratory technicians or technologists, or other medical laboratory workers engaged in laboratory testing. Develop, standardize, evaluate, or modify procedures, techniques, or tests used in the analysis of specimens or in medical laboratory experiments. Harvest cell cultures at optimum time, based on knowledge of cell cycle differences and culture conditions. Select and prepare specimens and media for cell cultures, using aseptic technique and knowledge of medium components and cell requirements. Obtain, cut, stain, and mount biological material on slides for microscopic study and diagnosis, following standard laboratory procedures. Conduct medical research under direction of microbiologist or biochemist. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor\'s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements. Minimum 0-2 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required. State Medical Technologist license may be required (will be listed in requirement if it\'s needed). ASCP or AMT certification is either preferred or required (will be listed in requirement if it\'s required). Ability to work independently and within a team environment. Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus. High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills. Ascp Or Amt Cert Required ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Mail a Rsum: SarahS@iconma.com E-Mail a Rsum: SarahS@iconma.com E-Mail a Work Appl cation: SarahS@iconma.com This position is listed by a private employment agency. The agency is the legal employer. No fee will be charged of the job applicant.