Bone Density Technologist - Clinical Bone Laboratory - First Shift

Duke University • Durham, NC

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About The Position

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more. This position is for a Bone Density Technologist in the Clinical Bone Laboratory at Duke University Hospital. This is a fast-paced clinic with high volume testing. The working hours are Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Previous bone density experience is strongly preferred.

Requirements

• Experience involving patient contact, customer service in a medical setting, and strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Working knowledge of laboratory and hospital computer systems is helpful.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures and practices, including standard precautions and hazardous chemical handling.
• Ability to demonstrate required dexterity, knowledge, and ability to complete assigned laboratory tasks and skills, attention to detail, and compliance with all appropriate regulatory and safety requirements.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by a nationally recognized board/agency (required, within 18 months).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tests in clinical laboratories for use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease using standard techniques and equipment.
• Perform related duties in the laboratory, including storing and labeling specimens and using manual and automatic equipment to prepare specimens and perform analytical tests.
• Prepare sterile media in plates, jars, or test tubes for use in growing bacterial cultures.
• Incubate culture for specific times at prescribed temperatures.
• Understand and comply with laboratory Quality Control and Quality Assurance policies and procedures for instrumentation and testing.
• Prepare solutions, reagents, and stains, following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
• Maintain detailed records of tests performed and report laboratory test results to appropriate personnel.
• Recognize Quality Control shifts and trends and take appropriate action whenever necessary.
• Calibrate and perform routine maintenance on test equipment, and clean and sterilize laboratory equipment, glassware, and instruments.
• Maintain laboratory supply of chemicals and glassware; perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Collect blood specimens from patients using venipuncture, or heel or finger stick; carry out Point-of-Care Testing waived tests and urinalysis without a microscope.
• Utilize various hospital and laboratory information systems and software.
• Interact in a professional and courteous manner with doctors, nurses, and other personnel to provide technical guidance and address concerns.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree