Medical Laboratory Scientist - Midnight Shift

Christiana Care Health Services•Newark, DE

About The Position

Performs laboratory testing and associated activities to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Depending on the assigned section, the role requires competency in General Lab areas such as Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Special Chemistry/Hematology, or Flow Cytometry; Blood Bank functions including receiving and dispensing, automation testing, manual testing, components, and applicable Wilmington site-specific tasks; Microbiology culture and smear interpretation and antibiotic susceptibility testing; or Chemistry, Hematology, and Urinalysis in the Cancer Center. The scientist performs testing according to procedure manuals, verifies specimen identification and critical values, processes orders, maintains turnaround times, and documents calls. The role also includes quality control, corrective actions, preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting, adherence to laboratory and organizational safety policies, participation in quality assurance and staff training, and professional communication with coworkers and other hospital caregivers.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science, or a bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science.
ASCP eligible or equivalent.
Knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and procedures.
Knowledge of infection prevention techniques and procedures.
Knowledge of quality assurance principles and techniques.
Ability to understand ChristianaCare and departmental laboratory policies and procedures.
Ability to coordinate simultaneous tests and procedures accurately.
Ability to interact professionally with coworkers and other hospital caregivers.
Ability to understand applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements.
Ability to use computer software.
Skill in using automated laboratory equipment.
Manual dexterity and normal color vision.
Oral and written communication skills.
No laboratory work experience required; recent graduates are acceptable.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned laboratory tests accurately according to procedure manuals.
Verify specimen identification, process orders, adhere to turnaround times, document calls, and verify critical values.
Perform and maintain competency in the relevant laboratory section and testing areas.
Perform quality control procedures, record results, follow up on out-of-limit procedures, and document corrective actions as necessary.
Perform and record scheduled preventive maintenance procedures.
Perform basic troubleshooting and contact the appropriate hotline when necessary.
Follow ChristianaCare and laboratory safety policies, review the laboratory safety manual annually, and report unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations promptly.
Participate in quality assurance activities as directed by section leadership.
Attend departmental in-services and staff meetings as required.
Cooperate with leadership and coworkers and maintain professional rapport with other departments and hospital caregivers.
Answer telephone calls courteously and promptly and maintain a professional, well-groomed appearance.
Perform other related duties as required.