Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Montana State University, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Bozeman, MONTANA
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Position Details
Position Information


Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 23271
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Cara Maletz
[email protected]
Classification Title Clinical Lab Spec I - BZ
Working Title Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Brief Position Overview
This individual provides clinical laboratory services for Medical Services and function as a clinical laboratory scientist.
Position Number 4N1165
Department UHP Medical Services
Division Division of Student Success
Appointment Type Classified
Contract Term Fiscal Year
Semester
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FLSA Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation FOCUS-MFPE
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary $38.00 per hour; salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Contract Type Classified Hourly
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Recruitment Type Open

Position Details


General Statement
MSU Student Health Services (SHS) is a AAAHC accredited outpatient clinic that serves the diverse needs of the MSU student body (16,000+ students). SHS provides direct patient care through primary and acute care, dental, and pharmacy services. Student Health Services is primarily funded by a student fee model, aimed at reducing barriers to health care access and providing timely and relevant care for MSU students. Student Health Services is part of the Student Wellness area, within the Division of Student Success. Student Health Services will be housed in the new Student Wellness Center, a 185,000 square foot facility slated to open spring 2024. The new facility will be home to Student Health Services, Counseling & Psychological Services, Health Advancement and Campus Recreation. The facility will enhance the integrated and holistic model of student health and wellness at MSU.
The Lab Technician will be primarily responsible for performing clinical laboratory studies in the areas of bacteriology, serology, hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, parasitology, and immunology.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform clinical laboratory studies in the areas of bacteriology, serology, hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, parasitology, and immunology.
  • Utilize all laboratory instruments including automated cell counters, chemistry analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, spectrophotometers, automated EIA instruments and rapid testing systems.
  • Communicate with other health-care personnel on the applications and validity of laboratory data, laboratory policies and operations, and detailed information about all areas of the laboratory. Ability to communicate effectively with medical as well as non-medical personnel.
  • Collect samples: perform venipuncture for hematology, chemistry, and serology. Collect throat and urine specimens for routine microbiological examination. Instruct patients on the proper procedure for collection of samples.
  • Share Saturday and Sunday morning coverage (primarily culture sensitivities) with 1-2 other Clinical Laboratory Scientists.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Bachelor’s Degree in medical laboratory science or similar major that includes an internship with an accredited hospital clinical laboratory.
  • Current certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP)
  • Current Montana License to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of clinical laboratory principles related to practices and techniques involving bacteriology, serology, hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, parasitology, immunology, and phlebotomy.
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of all laboratory instruments including automated cell counters, chemistry analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, spectrophotometers, automated EIA instruments, and rapid testing systems.
  • Recent experience working as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in a CLIA designated “high complexity” clinical laboratory.
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    Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Phlebotomy experience
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    The Successful Candidate Will
    • Have the ability to establish and maintain effective clinical relationships with patients
    • Have the ability to work collaboratively with the health care team
    • Have the ability to work independently in a busy environment that requires multi-tasking.
    • Have the ability to effectively supervise staff; ability to maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with patients and colleagues
    • Have the ability to represent Student Health and Medical Services and its programs to others in a professional and courteous manner.
    Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
    Position Requirements:
    • Current Montana License to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist.
    • Current certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).


    This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
    Physical Demands
    • Exposure to blood-borne pathogens (Employees are provided with training and equipment that complies with OSHA requirements for a health care setting).
    • Exposure to other pathogens of all kinds that is inherent to working in a health care setting.


    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
    This position has supervisory duties? No

    Posting Detail Information


    Number of Vacancies 1
    Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.
    Position End Date (if temporary)
    Open Date
    Close Date
    Applications will be:
    Screening of applications will begin March 7, 2024; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
    Special Instructions
    Diversity Statement
    Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
    In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
    MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html

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