Medical Laboratory Scientist Molecular Microbiology and Special Chemistry Hybrid Sat-Mon 3:30pm - 4am

The University of Kansas Hospital•Kansas City, KS

35d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Medical Lab Scientist provides comprehensive laboratory testing for patients. The position consists of ensuring patients' laboratory results are accurate, timely and with quality. his role is a hybrid between Special Chemistry and Molecular Microbiology and will work in both areas. Molecular Microbiology performs high-complexity nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT). This role supports patient care by providing accurate and timely molecular test results for infectious diseases, transplant monitoring, respiratory pathogens, and sexually transmitted infections. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and a solid understanding of PCR principles and molecular testing techniques. Special Chemistry performs high-complexity testing using platforms such as chemiluminescence analyzers for infectious disease serology, capillary and gel electrophoresis, indirect immunofluorescence (IFA) microscopy, and immunoassay analyzers for immunosuppressive drug levels. This role will train and provide coverage and support in the core laboratory, including being part of the rotation for Stroke Response team for lab testing.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Biological, Physical, Chemical or Clinical Laboratory Science / Medical Technology from an accredited institution
High School Graduate
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP) AMT or equivalent or eligible (must be completed within 6 months of hire) within 180 Days
Meets the CLIA requirements for high complexity testing.

Responsibilities

Analyzes patient, control and proficiency testing specimens and records results in a timely manner according to laboratory policy.
Calibrates, maintains, operates and troubleshoots instrumentation issues and completes appropriate documentation.
Completes continuing education and submits appropriate documentation where applicable.
Follows regulatory, accreditation, safety and hospital standards, policies and procedures.
Instructs, orients and mentors students, employees, residents, patients and other health care providers as applicable.
Maintains an adequate inventory of all supplies. Accurately prepares, labels and stores reagents, standards, controls and specimens for analysis.
Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
Performs phlebotomy and sample collection as applicable.
Reviews and correlates results of laboratory tests to each other and with the patient's condition, recognizing abnormal results and critical/alert values. Verifies accuracy of results and initiates corrective action when indicated.
The employee may be required to float to other locations throughout the organization.
Performs product preparations in compliance with FDA, cGMP, AABB standards and blood bank department procedures, if applicable.
Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary to perform job duties safely and minimize risk.
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.