Sr Medical Lab Scientist/Medical Technologist

Sr. Medical Lab Scientist / Medical Technologist - Blood Bank

40 hours per week / 1st shift

Akron City campus

Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.

Summary:
Assists Supervisor/Manager with daily organization and supervision of work activities. Performs duties characteristic of a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Technician. Provides technical assistance to managers and staff. Provides training/competency to staff. Facilitates communication between shifts, sections, and hospital departments. Ensures day to day operations are carried out by staff in a professional, service focused manner. Assumes duties of Supervisor/Manager in his/her absence. Assists in ensuring compliance with all regulatory agencies including CAP, FDA, CMS (CLIA), TJC and AABB.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Formal Education Required (either a or b):
a. Bachelor of Science degree listing one of the required areas of study (Biology, Chemistry, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science) if degree does not list area of study transcripts must be submitted for equivalency evaluation.
Acceptable transcripts must include:
i. Sixty (60) semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that includes six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination,
AND
ii. Completed one (1) year in approved program or equivalent with an accredited recognized agency or organization (e.g. ASCP, AMT, Summa Lab Tech 1 training program, etc.).

b. Undergraduate degree in Science with acceptable transcripts which must include:
i. Sixty (60) semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that includes six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination,
AND
ii. Completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, the CAHEA, or other organization approved by HHS, or completion of the Summa Lab Tech 1 training program, (This training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above)

2. Certifications:
a. Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Lab Scientist (MLS or Categorical certification in appropriate specialty), or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).

3. Experience & Training Required:
a. MT/MLS - minimum two (2) years related laboratory experience.
b. MLT - minimum five (5) years related laboratory experience.
c. Ability to read, comprehend and follow detailed laboratory procedures, protocols, and instructions.
d. Use of computers or ability to acquire such skills to operate application packages used by department
e. Minimum of 12 continuing education credits are required to be completed each calendar year for continued employment.

4. Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:
a. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, identify, and correct technical problems.
b. Ability to work under stress, communicate test results to physicians, nursing units, and/or other authorized personnel in a professional fashion.
c. Assumes accountability for demonstrating behaviors consistent with the expectations defined in the employee handbook, HR and departmental policies.
d. Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity.
e. Demonstrates annual successful completion of all regulatory required testing related competencies.
f. Experience utilizing Document Control Software, strong knowledge of QC and CAP standards.
g. Proficient in writing policies and clinical laboratory procedures
h. Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
i. Excellent communication both oral and written; Meticulous attention to detail.

5. Level of Physical Demands:
a. Medium: Exerts 20-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or ten to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force continuously to move objects.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

$36.83/hr - $44.20/hr
The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.

Summa Health offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program to include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off as well as many other benefits.

• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Supplemental Life and AD&D
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Education Assistance
• Daily Pay