Clinical Lab Scientist ll (Microbiology)

Laboratory Technologist

Responsible for performing and reporting assigned laboratory tests in a prompt, efficient, and accurate manner in an assigned area of the laboratory. Must possess Clinical Lab Science degree certified by ASCP or equivalent as a Technologist. Under the direct supervision of the manager, supervisor or coordinator responsible for the assigned shift as scheduled. Incumbents are subject to overtime and call back by the department as designated by the hospital.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs and determines the accuracy of routine and special laboratory tests in designated sections of the laboratory.
• Evaluates and reports test results as instructed by test procedure or section procedure.
• Performs, calculates, analyzes, interprets, and record valid results.
• Identifies problems that may affect test performance or test results and takes immediate corrective action.
• Reports problems to supervisory personnel and assists in resolving them.
• Prepares reagents, quality control, and calibrators according to established criteria and evaluates results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated.
• Operates, calibrates, conducts performance checks, and maintains any clinical laboratory instrument or equipment.
• Documents and maintains records or preventive maintenance, and troubleshoots and takes appropriate steps to resolve malfunctions on assigned instruments.
• Assists in evaluating new instruments and in establishing maintenance protocols with approval of supervisor and pathologist.
• Assists in reviewing and writing policies, procedures, and preventive maintenance manuals assigned by supervisor and keeping them current.
• Inventories, recommends and submits orders, receives and stores supplies for assigned area.
• Instructs students and assists in orientation and evaluation of new personnel as assigned.
• Obtains specimens from patients for laboratory procedures.
• Contributes to the positive work climate and overall team effort of the department.
• RCRA Hazardous waste management for Generators Certification will be provided to staff assigned to handle hazardous waste (alcohols, xylene, and stains) to the hazardous waste drum collection area.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.

Job Specifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science from a NACCLS approved program or equivalent.

Licensure, Registration, Certification:

• MT/CLS (ASCP) or equivalent.
• Must obtain TN State License within six months of hire date.
• Maintain State of TN licensure by completing continuing education as required by State of not less than 12 CE hours annually.

Experience:

• Personnel should possess a level of knowledge through education, training, and or experience to perform technical duties.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of hospital and departmental policies and procedures normally acquired by 3 months to one year of on-the-job training and orientation.

Interpersonal Requirements:

• Communication and verbal skills to schedule procedures, report results, and obtain patient information with Nursing personnel on a frequent basis and with physicians and office staff on an occasional basis.
• Interpersonal skills with patients to obtain specimens and to perform special skills in the laboratory on an occasional basis.
• Ability to perform assigned duties within a work group.
• Contributes to a positive work environment and the overall team effort of the department.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life-span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specified needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit/area/department's policies, procedures, and/or Quality Plus Plan. Ages of patients served are neonate through geriatric.

Direction/Supervision Requirements:

• Ability to check work of technical personnel in the assigned area.
• Instructs MLT students and new personnel.
• Serve as lead tech in a designated section as needed.

No Discrimination Notice Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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