Medical Laboratory Scientist (International Opportunity)

Company Description

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com

Job Description

Medical Laboratory Scientist assists in the operations of the laboratory department. 

Key Responsibilities:

General Duties Include: 

• Maintain sufficient inventory of material supplies and equipment for performance of duties; coordinate preparation and procurement of chemicals, reagents, stains and solutions as appropriate. 
• Demonstrate proficiency with hospital and departmental practices that reflect Joint Commission, COLA, CLIA, CMS, OSHA, HIPAA, Quality Improvement, and EPA Water Testing Standards and performs work at a level to meet these standards; demonstrate technical proficiency through successful participation in laboratory Proficiency Testing programs. 
• Maintain and protects the confidentiality of patient information. 
• Is accountable for maintaining and improving own laboratory knowledge and skill competence. 
• Provides patient care that promotes the safety and well-being of all patients in the hospital and clinic departments on a 24-hour basis. 
• Supports the hospital’s philosophy, objectives and goals and Organization mission and vision 
• Respects and supports patient rights. 
• Promotes and practices positive customer and peer relations and cost containment for the Laboratory Department and patient. 
• Fosters constructive relationships as a team member within the Laboratory and with the members of other departments. 
• Maintains professional conduct. 
• Maintains and protects the confidentiality of patient information. 
• Participates in orientation and in-service training for personnel. 
• Assists in reviewing and revising policies and procedures.  Strong computer skills desired. 
• Supports and enforces infection control policies and procedures. 
• Follows the EPA regulations for completing required annual Proficiency Testing for water specimens. 

Pre-analytic 

• Communicate in a professional and courteous manner with patients, family, and other medical personnel, as necessary. 
• Maintains responsibility for patient identification, specimen labelling and collection verification. 
• Participate in specimen collection either directly by venipuncture or skin puncture or instructing patients or other healthcare providers in collection and preservation techniques of specimens for analysis on both adult and pediatric patients.  
• Prepare specimens for shipment to reference laboratory employing appropriate methods for packaging potential infectious or hazardous materials. 

Analytic 

• Works with other laboratory staff members in all areas of the laboratory, or as assigned, to complete patient specimen analysis. 
• Performs quality control procedures, ensuring validity and accuracy of test results. 
• Serve to the cover laboratory needs outside of routine hours by sharing on-call duties with other Laboratory Technologists. 

Post analytic 

• Coordinate and participate in performance and interpretation of complex technical duties in support of medical laboratory testing; record determinations and results for review by physician/provider staff; Perform a variety of assays on human, veterinary and environmental specimens.  
• Proficiently and consistently complete accurate, concise and legible documentation of laboratory testing results and records. Includes documentation of maintenance, quality control, calibration, and other laboratory records. 
• Ensure remedial action is taken and documented whenever testing systems deviate from established performance specifications. 
• Completes required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.   

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above. 

Qualifications

Basic Requirements/Certifications:  

• Must possess current skills in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology and Urinalysis 
• Ability to demonstrate dexterity, knowledge, and ability to complete assigned laboratory tasks and skills, attention to detail and compliance with all appropriate regulatory and safety requirements including standard precautions and hazardous chemical handling. 
• Require knowledge and analytic abilities to perform highly complex testing, to interpret findings, perform calculations, calibrate instrumentation and review testing performed by other technologists. 
• Working knowledge of and ability to implement the requirements for COLA, CLIA, and CLIP Laboratory Accreditation.  
• Ability to maintain quality, safety and infection control standards. 
• Considerable knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation and terminology; considerable knowledge of computers and computerized lab equipment. 
• Experience involving patient contact, customer service in a medical setting, strong communication skills both verbal and written. 
• Must possess visual acuity required to distinguish fine gradations of color and/or texture.  
• Proficient oral and written communication abilities in English. 
• Flexible and willing to work in a culturally diverse environment.  
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS). 

Education Required: 

• Bachelor's degree in biology / chemistry or medical laboratory science, or in a related scientific field with a demonstrated internship in an approved clinical laboratory training program, or equivalent. 
• Current certification with a nationally recognized registry such as MT(ASCP). 

Physical Requirements: 

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. 
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time. 
• May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs. 

Other Special Qualifications: 

• Must be able to read, write & speak English to effectively communicate  
• This position is unaccompanied.   
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.    
• US DOD CNACI or the ability to obtain one is required.  
• A valid passport is required and must be in your possession prior to relocation.

Additional Information

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data. 

Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. 

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.