Medical Lab Technician 2/ Medical Lab Scientist 2- PRN
About The Position
The Medical Lab Technician 2/Medical Lab Scientist 2 performs routine and stat clinical pathology testing within the applicable laboratory discipline and reports results promptly, with occasional guidance. The role is responsible for accurate testing and related duties in compliance with approved protocols, using basic problem-solving skills to support accurate and reliable clinical outcomes. The position provides patient-focused care by performing routine tests across the pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic stages. It also contributes to quality and compliance activities, teamwork, and constructive communication and collaboration. Additional duties may be assigned. The role requires fundamental awareness of quality assurance, novice-level equipment maintenance, and novice-level diagnostic testing. It operates within Vanderbilt Health’s Core Laboratory and supports the health system’s patient-care mission.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.
- Relevant work experience; the stated experience level is less than one year.
- Tennessee Medical Laboratory Act license.
- Medical Laboratory Technician certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or Medical Technician certification from the American Medical Technologists (AMT).
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and stat clinical pathology testing appropriate to the laboratory discipline and report results in a timely manner.
- Accurately perform laboratory tests and related duties in compliance with approved protocols.
- Perform routine tests through the pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic stages to support patient-focused care.
- Use critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to support accurate and reliable clinical outcomes.
- Participate actively in compliance and quality management activities.
- Promote teamwork and use constructive communication and collaboration skills.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and help assure sufficient parts inventory.
- Perform routine safety checks and fulfill safety and regulatory requirements.
Benefits
- The role may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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