Microbiology Technologist Specialist

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Serves as an expert working on high-complexity testing with proficiency in system/test validation and writing technical policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or related field.
• 5 years and
• Has experience in test /method validation and writing technical policies and procedures
• (MLS) MEDICAL LAB SCIENTIST or any of the accrediting agency.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform work of considerable complexities in order to achieve general results by interpretation of policy and using ingenuity, initiative and good judgment, and/or precedents to work problems having broader implications in Microbiology.
• Keep abreast of new technical developments.
• Assist with implementation of new tests, equipment, programs and/or procedures in the assigned area(s) as needed.
• Technical Specialist learn new laboratory procedures and techniques and introduce them to their team.
• Accountable for on-going training and professional development of staff.
• Assist in developing performance standards.
• Performs advanced/specialized tests and other related laboratory techniques.
• Reruns work of others to confirm test results.
• Re-evaluates methodology and makes recommended changes to assist in test interpretation.
• Determines if further testing should be done on samples or if test should be repeated.
• Performs duties of technologist as necessitated by absence or peak workload.
• Anticipate and identify issues related to results of analysis and be able to troubleshoot through lab testing issues.
• Assist in the creation and revision of laboratory policies and technical procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Clinical Laboratory Services Quality assurance requirements.
• Adherence to state, federal rules and regulations; ensures compliance with accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains continuing laboratory quality improvement/education program at institutional, local and national/international level.
• Responsible as a primary source of information for maintaining current instrumentation.
• Troubleshoots instrumentation and equipment problems during the shift to ensure uninterrupted testing.
• Responsible for coordination of training in the methods and techniques of the appropriate specialty area with guidance of the manager/supervisor.
• Able to work, process and analyze methods utilized in the laboratory and ensures goal and expectations are achieved by the department.
• Performs special projects such as evaluation of new reagents, procedures, tests, or other duties as assigned.
• Achieves a minimum of 10 continuing education hours annually. Continuously seeks knowledge in and outside of functional area.
• Actively participates in Performance Improvement Activities.
• Serves on committees and task forces.
• Orientates and instructs students and laboratory personnel in established clinical laboratory techniques, as required.
• Ensures compliance with rules and regulations of regulatory accreditation agencies such as TJC, CAP, and OSHA,
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level