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JOB LOCATION: Wilkes-Barre General Hospital JOB SHIFT: Full Time Days POSITION PURPOSE • Perform routine and specialized moderate and high complexity laboratory tests on all types of blood and body fluid specimens under minimal supervision. • Insures accurate and reliable test results by adhering to a strict quality control program. • Performs instrument function checks and preventative maintenance procedures according to department’s policies and procedures. • Performs minor instrument repair as necessary. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education: • Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution, or an associate degree in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution or meet grandfather requirements under CLIA’88 personnel requirements. Experience/Specialized Skills/Aptitudes • One (1) to two (2) years preferred. Precision and accuracy to perform Laboratory procedures. • Keen judgment to evaluate information against measurable criteria in the performance of tests. • Visual acuity to read instructions and examine specimens. • Form perception and color discrimination to identify cells and micro-organisms. • Manual dexterity to operate equipment. • Assist the Section Supervisor in resolving equipment problems, oversees the teaching and evaluation of students and new employees and has expertise with specific Laboratory procedures or Laboratory instrumentation.