Lab Technologist I or II

Job Responsibilities Conduct, direct or assist in special projects, evaluations, experiments, or research. Participate in scheduled cross‑training rotations and demonstrate continued competency in various sections of the Clinical Laboratory. Improve organizational performance by recommending improvement activities, performing new procedures, collecting data, and providing input to department discussions. Establish job requirements and goals; perform duties at the desired level of competency. Independently perform a variety of laboratory tests, demonstrating competency of skills. Operate instruments; perform checks, calibrations, preventative maintenance, and basic troubleshooting from written guidelines. Perform and report Quality Control Procedures and identify Q.C. failures. Prepare samples for analysis, store and preserve specimens, prepare reagents, and assist with monitoring supply inventories, receiving and stocking supplies. Perform registration and sample collection as required by location. Conduct routine procedures within the respective discipline, including the collection and analysis of data that affect decisions regarding patient care. Maintain strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders; respond to requests quickly and effectively. Maintain currency in the field, including required licensure/certification, through continuing education, conferences, meetings, in‑services, networking, literature, and seminars. Attend all mandatory CCHMC training sessions and implement obtained knowledge and skills. Assume responsibility for professional growth and development, and may participate in internal/external professional committees, agencies, councils, or activities. Perform accurate, precise work with a consistently low error rate. Maintain awareness of sectional needs and contribute skills and abilities to meet those needs. Assume responsibility for one's own actions and follow through tasks to completion. Understand and comply with applicable policies, guidelines, regulations, and accreditation standards; document compliance as necessary. Maintain compliance with CCHMC Core Standards and code of ethics. Ensure work areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective, and efficient environment for employees, patients, and/or families. Under the general direction of the Section Supervisor and leadership staff, perform a variety of laboratory tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease in a medical center caring for infants, children, and adolescents. Job Qualifications Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science OR Associate's degree in related science 0+ years of experience Any license, certification, or registration required Preferred: Certified MLS or MLT through a national certifying agency Primary Location: G Schedule: Full time Shift: Evening (United States of America) Department: Central Clinical Lab Employee Status: Regular FTE: 0.9 Weekly Hours: 36 Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr