Medical Laboratory Scientist Microbiology / PT

Children's Hospital & Medical Center•Omaha, NE

About The Position

Description Schedule: PT, rotating weekends & holidays. work at least 1 day a week (day primary/some eve's) At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities. A Brief Overview Performs patient laboratory testing, instrument calibration, maintenance troubleshooting, quality control testing, and equipment function verification in the areas of Hematology, Microscopy, Coagulation, Chemistry, Microbiology, Virology and Serology. Reports and interprets laboratory test results. Advises and consults with the Medical Staff, nursing staff, and laboratory staff. Essential Functions Performs laboratory tests on patient specimens in the areas of Hematology, Chemistry, Microscopy, Coagulation, Microbiology, Virology and Serology to assist in identifying medical disorders and to monitor ongoing patient therapy. Utilizes LIS for reporting patient results, documenting quality control and distribution of data. Checks instrument calibration and reagent reactivity by assaying quality control specimens to assure accurate patient test results. Evaluates results of patient testing, quality control and survey testing, takes appropriate action to prevent compromises in patient care. Participates throughout the calendar year in proficiency testing. Performs troubleshooting, function checks and maintenance procedures to keep equipment and instruments in proper working order. Maintains adequate inventory levels and stocking of supplies and reagents. Supports new staff, current staff, and students in Orientation, Training, and Competency. Prepares specimens to be sent to referral laboratories and reports test results as they are returned. Consults with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals concerning requested services and test results. Performs the duties of Charge Technologist as stated in the Policies and Procedures Manual when assigned. Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job. Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Medical Laboratory Science or related science, which includes a one-year internship in an approved clinical laboratory
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Current and valid Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or equivalent certification with the American Society of Clinical Pathology or other equivalent certifying agency required, within 6 months of hire.
If performing aerobic/anaerobic/CSF culture interpretations - Meningococcus vaccination Required

Responsibilities

Performs laboratory tests on patient specimens in the areas of Hematology, Chemistry, Microscopy, Coagulation, Microbiology, Virology and Serology to assist in identifying medical disorders and to monitor ongoing patient therapy.
Utilizes LIS for reporting patient results, documenting quality control and distribution of data.
Checks instrument calibration and reagent reactivity by assaying quality control specimens to assure accurate patient test results.
Evaluates results of patient testing, quality control and survey testing, takes appropriate action to prevent compromises in patient care.
Participates throughout the calendar year in proficiency testing.
Performs troubleshooting, function checks and maintenance procedures to keep equipment and instruments in proper working order.
Maintains adequate inventory levels and stocking of supplies and reagents.
Supports new staff, current staff, and students in Orientation, Training, and Competency.
Prepares specimens to be sent to referral laboratories and reports test results as they are returned.
Consults with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals concerning requested services and test results.
Performs the duties of Charge Technologist as stated in the Policies and Procedures Manual when assigned.
Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.