Medical Lab Scientist

Medical Technologist / Medical Lab Tech / Medical Lab Scientist

Ref. Number JR305324

Job Category Allied Health

Job Type Laboratory

Department Edgewood Preferred Lab Partners (PLP) Chemistry

Shift 3rd Shift

Hours 40 hours

Job Summary:

This position performs Laboratory testing in the Clinical Laboratory. The Medical Technologist performs moderate and highly complex testing in the clinical laboratory, responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures. Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.

Job Description:

New graduates from an accredited program are always welcome to apply. We are a teaching hospital. Our staff have a lot of experience with helping our newly graduated members gain a solid foundation in Laboratory Medicine.

Job Duties:

Understands all principle(s) involved in assigned procedures and applies this knowledge to the clinical situation or outcomes in clinical diagnosis management of the patient. Must be able to determine if specimen integrity issues, patient medication(s), other interfering substances that could affect patient testing results.

Operates, troubleshoots and maintains laboratory equipment, supplies; and performs procedures to ensure high quality, accurate and cost effective results in all areas of the laboratory.

Ensures accuracy of testing per manufacturers guidelines and all applicable regulation. Interfaces with Hot Lines and service personnel to oversee proper functionality and repair of instruments.

Reports results within time limits established for procedures, reports results for STAT, critical values and other categories as defined by Laboratory policy.

Records patient data and other information quickly and accurately in the Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS) to ensure appropriate turnaround time and effective retrieval of patient testing results.

Collects and/or processes specimens according to laboratory policies and procedures for timely and accurate testing.

Performs and documents quality control as specified for each procedure meeting established internal and regulatory guidelines, accurately analyzes quality control results obtained before accepting and reporting patient testing results. Follow policies and procedures whenever tests systems are not within established acceptable levels. Notifies Supervisor or designee of discrepant quality control results.

Participates in Quality Assurance activities to meet the Laboratory Quality Plan. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results. Initiates, investigates and implements all necessary corrective action(s). Documents follow-up in the electronic software to resolve variances in procedures and outcome(s). Must correct the problems or immediately notify the supervisor or designee.

Performs proficiency testing in the same manner as patient specimens as part of the Laboratory Quality Plan.

Ensures a safe environment by demonstrating knowledge of techniques, procedures and correct use of protective barrier equipment.

Participates in the Laboratory Safety team to assist in Safety Audits, training and review of Laboratory Safety Policies.

Enhances professional growth development of self, department staff, other hospital personnel, community and students by participation in continuing education, in-service training and the School of Medical Technology lectures and bench training. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Ensures that all cost saving activities occur to meet all financial budgetary parameters and works with Supervisor/designee to ensure the most cost effective processes have been implemented.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education, Credentials, Licenses:

Baccalaureate Degree in a Biological Science with completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technology program along with certification from a nationally recognized certifying agency.

OR

Baccalaureate Degree in a Biological Science with completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technology program along with ASCP Certification.

OR

CLIA 88 Equivalent (HEW/HHS Certification)

OR

Registry Eligible Baccalaureate Degree in a Biological Science and have completed a NAACLS accredited MT/CLS program AND be certified within a year of eligibility or be certified one year from date of hire.

Registry Eligible for a Section Certification - must have a Baccalaureate Degree with a minimum of five-years technical experience in one of the Clinical Areas of the Laboratory.

Preferred Specialized Knowledge:

Instrumentation: Roche instrumentation is a plus

Sysmex instrumentation is a plus

ACL Top instrumentation is a plus

IRIS instrumentation is a plus

Software/LIS: Epic/Beaker experience is a plus

Caresphere experience is a plus

Hemohub experience is a plus

Infinity experience is a plus

Kind and Length of Experience: Minimum of 6-12 month of clinical internship as part of an approved MLS Training Program.

Desirable: Must be a generalist in heme and chemistry. Should have current experience with performing differentials. A strong background in abnormal differentials: highly recommended, but not required. High volume lab experience is preferred but not required. For 2nd/3rd shift: Blood bank experience preferred, but not required (depending on the need).

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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