Sobre esta vaga de Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Defiance Hospital na ProMedica
Location:
Defiance Regional HospitalDepartment:
LaboratoryWeekly Hours:
0Status:
Per DiemShift:
Variable (United States of America)Job Summary:
As a Medical Laboratory Scientist, you perform complex lab tests essential for diagnosing, treating and preventing a variety of medical conditions.
You will use critical thinking as you evaluate and solve problems related to biological specimens that you analyze and you will provide interpretation of those tests.
When questions arise regarding results or factors affecting results, you serve as the expert when answering. You also act as a connector to foster effective communication between the lab and health care teams.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Performs testing
a. Maintains established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies.
b. Process biological specimens for analysis. Evaluate and solves problems related to specimen collection and processing.
c. Performs routine and complex analytical procedures, recognizes deviations, and provides interpretation.
d. Operates instruments and performs procedures within the scope of training.
2. Maintenance Compensation use only Date approved: 05/2024 Job class: 008 Job code: 2355 Schedule/grade: WU20 FLSA exemption status: ☐ Exempt ☒ Non-Exempt
a. Performs scheduled maintenance procedures.
b. Recognizes equipment malfunctions and acts according to established protocols.
3. Quality Control
a. Performs, records, and maintains accurate quality control records. Recognizes out of control results and takes appropriate actions.
4. Knowledge Resource
a. Answers inquiries regarding results and factors affecting results. Acts as a liaison and fosters effective communication between laboratory and health care team, maintaining patient confidentiality.
5. Computer System
a. Performs routine inquiry and data input on the laboratory computer systems.
b. Ensures accuracy of information in the computer systems and is responsible for corrective actions.
c. Utilizes computer software to enhance specialty area.
6. Training/Competency Assessment
a. Instructs new associates and students as required.
b. With respect to experience and education, assesses competencies of other test performers.
7. Continuing Education
a. Must complete required number of CE units.
b. Must complete mandatory in-services.
c. Maintains and upgrades personal professional development.
8. Team Leader
a. Provides guidance to co-workers in the absence of an on-site Supervisor regarding staffing and technical issues that arise.
9. Other duties as assigned.
The above summary of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It should not be considered exhaustive.
REQUIREMENTS
- Doctoral, Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological, clinical
- laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution, or transcripts showing 60 semester hours from an accredited institution indicating 24 semester hours of medical technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses that include 6 semester hours in chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical technology in any combination, OR meet an alternate qualification route for Testing Personnel for High Complexity Testing
- American Society of Pathology (ASCP) MLS or Categorical eligible at time of hire with certification achieved within one year of hire.
ProMedica is a mission-driven, not-for-profit health care organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. It serves communities across nine states and provides a range of services, including acute and ambulatory care, a dental plan, and academic business lines. ProMedica owns and operates 10 hospitals and has an affiliated interest in one additional hospital. The organization employs over 1,300 health care providers through ProMedica Physicians and has more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges. Committed to its mission of improving health and well-being, ProMedica has received national recognition for its clinical excellence and its initiatives to address social determinants of health. For more information about ProMedica, please visit promedica.org/aboutus.
Benefits:
We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being. It’s what makes us one of the best places to work, and helps our employees live and work to their fullest potential.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact [email protected]
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