Medical Technologist Specialist (MT or MLS) - Pathology Chemistry

ECU Health•Greenville, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The MT Specialist assists the Assistant Section Manager and Manager with the overall management of his/her subdivision. The MT Specialist provides technical expertise and leadership to troubleshoot testing, equipment, and quality control issues.

Requirements

BS degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Lab Science from an accredited college or university OR equivalent education and experience as defined by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists.
Certification as MLS, BB, C, H or MB by ASCP or other nationally recognized certifying agency.
Three years bench experience as medical technologist (medical lab scientist) with demonstrated supervisory capabilities.

Responsibilities

Prioritize workload within subdivision to maximize the efficiency of personnel and supplies.
Serves as lead worker.
Prepare specimens as required for laboratory testing and provides leadership into problem specimen issues.
Review data and assure quality control procedures are performed for respective subdivision.
Responsible for managing routine technical problems.
Notify assistant section manager, section manager and pathologist when unusual problems develop.
Assist in the evaluation of personnel performance for staff.
Aid in the development of new procedures and other special projects, as required.
Perform routine bench work when workload warrants.
In absence of on-site supervisor, may function as technologist in charge of the laboratory.
Responsible for enforcing hospital and departmental policies including personnel counseling when indicated.
Maintain and order adequate supplies to accommodate subdivision testing.
Maintain effective communications with assistant section manager/section manager concerning subdivision.
Assist assistant section manager/section manager in maintaining an up-to-date procedure manual to comply with CAP requirements as indicated.
Coordinate new QC lot number verification.
Coordinate instrument maintenance/calibration performance and documentation.
Help in the coordination and performance of CAP proficiency surveys.
Recommend and help coordinate additional training required by staff.
Identify learning opportunities for the subdivision.