Vanderbilt Health-posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Nashville, TN
5,001-10,000 employees
Hospitals

Esoteric Coagulation Department is looking for a highly motivated and dedicated medical laboratory scientist interested in a challenging but rewarding career in special coagulation. The laboratory offers a comprehensive menu of complex specialized coagulation assays that require meticulous attention to details. Testing is performed using both highly automated and manual methods, including ELISA, FRET, and semi-automated gel electrophoresis for von Willebrand multimers. The laboratory also performs platelet function testing including platelet function screens, platelet aggregation, and Serotonin Release assays for heparin induced thrombocytopenia. The successful candidate should have a basic knowledge of coagulation either clinical or academic, exhibit the precise and reproducible pipetting skills necessary for performing assays with multiple dilution steps, and the ability to adapt to a flexible working environment to meet the needs of our clients. The position requires working every third weekend and may require occasional overtime. Performs routine and complex clinical pathology testing and instrument management of laboratory services. Responsible to accurately record results and assure timely delivery of results. Has the authority, responsibility and accountability for the accurate performance of laboratory test methodologies. These tests are used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and the evaluation of the patient's response to treatment.

  • Provides patient-focused care in a clinical setting through the accurate performance of routine and complex tests through the pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic stages.
  • Performs qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures, including reagent preparation and appropriate quality control, according to required protocols, with precision and accuracy in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships as well as physiological conditions affecting test results.
  • Participate in the development and validation of new assays.
  • Participate in the validation of new analyzers.
  • Participate in in-lab educational presentations as well as continuing education.
  • Maintain documentation to meet state and national accreditation requirements.
  • A basic knowledge of coagulation either clinical or academic.
  • Exhibit the precise and reproducible pipetting skills necessary for performing assays with multiple dilution steps.
  • The ability to adapt to a flexible working environment to meet the needs of our clients.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to interact with colleagues and clients.
  • Equal opportunity employer
  • Commitment to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive
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