MLS/MLT

Yale New Haven Health•New London, CT

13h

About The Position

Performs a wide range of clinical laboratory testing accurately and in a timely manner, using technical and problem-solving skills and a thorough understanding of clinical laboratory principles. Maintains effective communication and transfers testing information and pending follow-ups between employees and shifts in accordance with CHAMP and HRO standards. Maintains Quality Control and Quality Assurance standards, supports operational effectiveness, and takes responsibility for continuing education, licensure, and maintaining expertise as departmental testing complexity expands.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biological Science, or equivalent; ASCP eligible or equivalent.
0–2 years of experience.
ASCP eligibility.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Basic computer skills.
Interact consistently and positively with coworkers and customers.
Cooperatively and proactively assist in other areas as needed in a teamwork-oriented environment.
Maintain knowledge of procedures and implement new and revised procedures in real time.
Maintain all Quality Control and Quality Assurance standards.
Must be tested for colorblindness and be able to make necessary accommodations to perform testing accurately.
Able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Understand and adhere to performance standards, policies, and behaviors.
Follow laboratory and hospital policies and procedures.
Perform a wide variety of laboratory techniques, including moderate- to highly-complex tests, demonstrating technical competency.
Independently operate instrumentation and/or assigned benches.
Operate department equipment safely and according to manufacturer guidelines.
Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot instrument failures.
Complete tasks supporting laboratory service operations in accordance with laboratory policies and regulatory guidelines.
May assist with training new employees.
Assist with specimen processing as needed.
Assist with inventory management and control.
Meet continuing education requirements.
Participate in activities demonstrating professionalism, competency, and career growth.
Perform routine tests and procedures, instrument maintenance, and routine quality control procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure efficient department operations, including covering other laboratory sections.
Maintain effective communications and transfer testing and pending follow-ups between employees and shifts.
Maintain Quality Control and Quality Assurance standards.
Maintain procedure knowledge and implement new and revised procedures in real time.