Clinical Lab Technologist I/II

Children's Hospital Medical Center; United States; Sur place; USD 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cincinnati Children's Laboratory is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist I/II to perform a range of tests, operate instruments, and ensure quality control. You will prepare samples, document results, and help maintain compliance with regulatory standards while supporting inventory and staff training.

The role requires appropriate degrees and certifications based on level, with opportunities to participate in cross-trained rotations and department improvements.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in related science meeting regulatory requirements to be Clinical Laboratory Testing Personnel
• Bachelor's degree in related science and Clinical Laboratory recognized certification through national certifying agency, OR equivalent combination of education, experience and certification.

Responsabilités

• Perform a variety of laboratory tests and operate instruments independently.
• Carry out quality control procedures and report QC results.
• Prepare samples for analysis and store/preserve specimens.
• Assist with monitoring inventories, receiving and stocking supplies.
• Provide training to bench personnel and students in procedures as proficient.
• Coordinate testing system activities and may serve as superuser for LIS.

Connaissances

Operate instruments

Quality control

Sample preparation

Data analysis

Bench training

Inventory management

Formation

Associate's degree in related science

Bachelor's degree in related science

Outils

Lab testing instruments

Laboratory information system

Description du poste

Primary Location

• Location G Department
• Central Clinical Lab Shift
• Day (United States of America) Schedule
• Full time Weekly Hours
• 40 FTE
• 1 Employee Status
• Regular

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Technical Skills and Knowledge - Possess the appropriate skills and theory necessary to independently perform a variety of laboratory tests. Show competency of skills. Operate instruments; perform checks, calibrations, preventative maintenance, basic troubleshooting from written guidelines. Perform and report Quality Control Procedures. Identify Q.C. failures and corrects malfunctions identified. Prepare sample for analysis. Store and preserve specimen. Prepare reagents, assist with the monitoring supply inventories, receive and stock supplies. Perform registration and sample collection as required by location. Perform routine procedures within respective discipline, including the collection and analysis of data which will affect decisions regarding patient care. Assists with development of new procedures and updating of existing procedures. Will train bench personnel and students in bench procedures once proficient in basic as well as some advanced skills. Functions as a key operator for testing systems, coordinating activities of quality control, maintenance, and inventory management. May serve as superuser for the laboratory information system.
• Departmental Support - Conduct, direct or assist in special projects, evaluations, experiments or research. Participate in regularly schedule cross trained rotation and demonstrate continued competency in various sections of the Clinical Laboratory. Participate in improving organizational performance through recommending areas or approaches for improvement activities, performing new procedures, collecting data and providing input to department discussions. Conduct, direct or assist in special projects, evaluations, experiments or research. Participate in establishing job requirements and goals; perform duties at the desired level of competency.
• Customer Service - Maintain/manage strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders. Respond to requests quickly and effectively. Identify, understand, and meet customer needs and expectations. Communicate any relevant information to clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders.
• Professional Development - Maintain currency in the field, including maintenance of any necessary licensure/certification, through continuing education, conferences, meetings, in-services, networking, literature, and/or seminars. Attend all mandatory CCHMC training sessions. Implement obtained knowledge/skills into one's own work, the department, and/or the organization. Assume responsibility for one's own professional growth and development. May participate in internal/external professional committees, agencies, councils, and/or activities.
• Quality and Accountability - Perform accurate, precise work with a consistently low error rate. Maintain awareness of sectional needs and contributes ones skills and abilities to meet those needs. Assume responsibility for ones own actions. Follow through tasks to completion. Understand and comply with applicable policies, guidelines, regulations, and/or accreditation standards. Document compliance as necessary. Maintain compliance with CCHMC Core Standards and code of ethics. May be responsible for ensuring that work areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and/or efficient environment for employees, patients and/or families. Participates in accreditation activities through conducting standards assessments and evaluation for annual internal and external inspections.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Clinical Lab Tech I:
• Associate's degree in related science meeting regulatory requirements to be Clinical Laboratory Testing Personnel
• 0+ years of experience
• Preferred: Certified MLS or MLT through national certifying agency
• Clinical Lab Tech II:
• Bachelor's degree in related science and Clinical Laboratory recognized certification through national certifying agency, OR equivalent combination of education, experience and certification.

About Us

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's is:

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years

Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of He