Medical Lab Scientist 2

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Clarksville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform and evaluate test results, develop and modify procedures, and collaborate with the laboratory director to establish programs ensuring the accuracy of test results. This role involves performing laboratory testing according to the turnaround time policy to assist physicians in timely patient treatment. VUMC is committed to an environment where everyone can thrive and where uniqueness is celebrated, fostering a sense of purpose and pride in work that aims to change the world.

Requirements

LIC-Medical Technologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Relevant Work Experience
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program (Required)

Nice To Haves

Less than 1 year of experience

Responsibilities

Performs general housekeeping duties to keep work areas safe from contamination and physical hazards.
Ensures customer satisfaction through continuous cooperation with co-workers and other hospital departments.
Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting activities in areas of demonstrated competency.
Updates procedure manuals as changes are required.
Demonstrates Coaching, Mentoring, and Education capabilities with MT, MLT, Medical Students, Phlebotomists, and Laboratory Assistants.
Actively participates and supports co-workers in Community Cares initiatives.
Works with students and other interested persons to promote the clinical laboratory profession.
Demonstrates a Positive Attitude at all times.
Performs daily Quality Control activities in areas of demonstrated competency.
Participates in Quality Assurance programs.
Performs Proficiency Testing in areas of demonstrated competency.
Reports critical values to the appropriate physician or nursing service upon verification of the result.
Shows an awareness of how patient age and other factors can affect test results.
Recognizes and maintains specimen integrity from receipt through testing and storage.
Participates in Continuing Education activities.
Takes problem-solving initiative.
Takes a pro-active approach to learning new procedures and/or laboratory areas, including LIS.
Recognizes opportunities to reduce reagent waste and unnecessary test repeats.
Manages inventory, time, and workflow efficiently.
Recognizes and reports Laboratory Compliance issues, including potential fraud, over- or under-billing for services performed, CPT coding changes or discrepancies, and questionable medical necessity.