Medical Lab Technician / Medical Lab Scientist - Banner Del Webb (Part Time / Evening Shift)

Primary City/State: Sun City West, Arizona Department Name: Lab-Del Webb Work Shift: Evening Job Category: Lab MLS Find your Voice, Passion, & Purpose We are proud to offer new base pay rates starting at $31.08 per hour! POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for a high level of technical knowledge and application of that knowledge to department testing, clinical relevance, and complex problem-solving skills.

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

This position serves as a department resource and is responsible for assisting with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).

May be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of biological specimens into the laboratory.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

CORE FUNCTIONS 1.

Performs testing in an accurate and timely manner according to established policies and performance standards with a knowledge level determined for that testing.

Responsible for startup, calibration and accuracy of procedures and instrumentation.

Actively participates in problem solving activities within the department, using advanced level of decision-making skills.

Demonstrates advanced knowledge and application of all computer systems used in the department.

Demonstrates advanced knowledge and application of theory and clinical relevance testing.

Assists in ensuring compliance with accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements.

Demonstrates ability to assume lead responsibility in absence of on-site departmental leadership personnel.

2.

Recognizes, ensures validity, and assists in monitoring abnormal patient and/or QC results of testing.

Ensures accuracy of test results.

Participates in detecting and documenting occurrences that deviate from defined procedures.

Recognizes need and participates in department and LSA/SQL System process improvement and quality assurance activities, including assisting with monitoring of department indicators of productivity and quality.

3.

Monitors and controls inventory and assists in providing financial data for the department.

Active participation on process improvements in financial performance to decrease costs, improve productivity and improve service.

4.

Participates in contributions to additional department/System projects.

Active in training of department employees.

Actively participates on at least one committee or team or is involved in at least one special project identified with department management.

Exhibits awareness of medical/legal consequences of professional actions.

May assist in new employee orientation, training and competency.

Provides input for competency and annual assessments for employees in appropriate time frames.

Completes training module for newly hired/transferred personnel.

Note: Unless the employee meets the minimum qualifications defined by CAP for a technical consultant, the employee may not oversee competency assessment.

5.

Acts as a department resource by participating in providing educational information to internal and external customers.

Demonstrated advanced level of effective verbal and written communication skills.

Attendance and participation at staff meetings.

Demonstrates preceptor and coaching skills and promotes a constructive environment that encourages learning and development.

6.

May process and/or prepare patient samples as required to include the following: 1) specimen collection 2) general laboratory specimen processing and 3) referral laboratory processing.

In doing so, ensuring correct patient and specimen identification and specimen integrity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in medical laboratory science/medical technology, OR Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility) AND certification (MLS or categorical).

Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility.

For certain specialty disciplines ONLY (Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available from a certifying agency, a bachelor's degree with one year of experience in that discipline is required.

Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS MLS/MT or categorical certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB).

Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and knowledge of medical terminology.

Previous experience with phlebotomy and processing.

Additional related education and/or experience MLT Find your Voice, Passion, & Purpose We are proud to offer new base pay rates starting at $28.06 per hour! POSITION SUMMARY This position performs waived and non-waived tests as defined by CLIA '88 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision.

Assists with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).

Personnel report to department supervisor.

May be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of biological specimens into the laboratory.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

CORE FUNCTIONS 1.

Performs testing in an accurate and timely manner according to established policies and performance standards with a knowledge level determined for that testing.

Responsible for startup, calibration and accuracy of procedures and instrumentation.

Exercises independent judgment and can identify appropriate resources in performance of assigned duties utilizing knowledge and skills.

Demonstrates comprehension of theory and clinical relevance of testing.

Demonstrates problem resolution and decision-making skills for routine operational and technical problems.

Demonstrates knowledge of computer systems used in the department and can perform basic troubleshooting of computer problems.

Demonstrates awareness and complies with accrediting agency and regulatory requirements related to area of responsibility.

2.

Recognizes and ensures validity of abnormal patient and/or QC results for testing.

Ensures accuracy of test results.

Participates in detecting and documenting occurrences that deviate from defined procedures.

Demonstrates appropriate resolution and follow through for problem solving identified during testing.

Promotes and consistently meets department standards for productivity and quality 3.

Ensures the appropriate use of supplies and materials and assists with inventory management.

Ensures efficient utilization of reagents and supplies.

Recognizes and provides input towards opportunities for improvements in financial performance to decrease costs, improve productivity, and improve service.

4.

Self-directed and motivated to contribute to projects identified by the supervisor.

Seeks out opportunities to identify projects relating to department needs.

Active in training of laboratory personnel.

Performs well in supervisor's absence and provides guidance on issues relating to pre-analytical, waived and non-waived testing.

Completes all required training modules.

5.

Communicates courteously, professionally, effectively and accurately with internal and external customers.

Participates in the resolution of communication issues.

Knows and utilizes appropriate resources for increased levels of problem solving.

Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills.

Promotes positive communications that enhances teamwork.

Attendance and participation at staff meetings.

6.

May process and prepare patient samples as required which can include the following: 1) specimen collection 2) general laboratory specimen processing and 3) referral laboratory processing.

In doing so, ensuring correct patient and specimen identification and specimen integrity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicant must meet one of the following criteria to qualify: Associate degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, or Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts will be reviewed to determine eligibility).

Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489, or Meet other criteria defined in 42CFR493.1489 or 42CFR493.1491 (including US military medical laboratory procedures training courses) Individuals working in the state of Nevada or California are required to maintain their certification throughout their time in position.

Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility and translated diploma.

Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS MLT certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB).

Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and knowledge of medical terminology.

Previous experience with phlebotomy and processing.

Additional related education and/or experience. xhyhwjd

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