Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist

University Hospitals•Beachwood, OH

About The Position

PRN Position -- Generalist position including Blood Bank o This position is part of an established career ladder. Appropriate title and pay will be assigned based on Education and Experience Follows laboratory policies and procedures to perform high and moderate complexity testing. Performs pre-analytical and post-analytical laboratory support functions. Demonstrates clear communication with team members to optimize laboratory operations

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution; Requirement specific in CLIA '88 to perform high complexity testing. (Required) or
Bachelor's Degree in other field (Required) and
Associate's Degree in clinical laboratory science and certification by ASCP or equivalent are also acceptable. (Required)
Ability to keep organized
Displays initiative to perform job duties
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to multi-task
Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, co-workers.
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively within role independently and with other team members
Knowledge of standard laboratory policies and procedures, safety practices, and laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
Initiates, solves problems, and troubleshoots issues independently.
Works in multiple laboratory sections/disciplines independently (3 or more).
Displays ability to effectively train students and new team members
Good understanding of laboratory operations

Nice To Haves

2+ years Experience in a highly complex laboratory setting Strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Accurately and efficiently performs pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical processes for laboratory testing
Maintains and troubleshoots laboratory equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions
Performs and evaluates all required quality control assessments as described in departmental policies and procedures prior to reporting patient results.
Evaluates results of laboratory tests according to laboratory protocols to ensure quality patient care.
Documents all laboratory activities according to policies and procedures
Maintains and demonstrates competency assessment in assigned area
Takes responsibility for self-development
Completes all assigned mandatory assignments within allowed timelines.
Is active participant in departmental projects
Collaborates with the laboratory supervisor to ensure laboratory compliance with all regulatory agencies by established standards
Trains students and new team members, and is a resource for other technical team members.
Assesses competency of team members as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.