Core Lab Automation Specialist - Night Shift

The University of Kansas Hospital; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Core Lab Automation Specialist for the night shift. This role focuses on maximizing the utility of automation lines and connected instruments within the Core Lab. The specialist will collaborate with vendors and lab stakeholders to ensure optimal operation of automation equipment. Responsibilities include developing automation rules, troubleshooting issues, and creating new tests within the middleware. If you have a strong background in clinical lab settings and a passion for automation, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative lab practices.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a clinical lab setting is required.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant science field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maximizes automation line use and eliminates manual workflows.
• Coordinates resolution of automation line issues and provides troubleshooting support.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Biological, Chemical, Physical or lab science field

2+ years experience in a clinical lab setting

Tools

Middleware Software

Automation Line

Job description

Core Lab Automation Specialist - Night Shift

Job ID: R-40771 Job Type: Full time Location: Kansas City, Kansas

Position Summary / Career Interest:
The Core Lab Automation Specialist maximizes the utility and use of the automation line, connected instruments and software in the Core Lab. The Core Lab Automation Specialist collaborates with vendors, users, and other lab stakeholders to ensure automation equipment is operating appropriately.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Develops and refines automation rules.
• Maximizes the use of automation line and lab software to eliminate manual workflows, including testing and documentation.
• Coordinates the resolution of automation line issues that involve hardware and line connections.
• Ensures connected instruments are performing appropriately including but not limited to IA, chemistry, hematology and coagulation analyzers.
• Utilizes advanced middleware troubleshooting skills ensuring test rules work properly and instrument connectivity is maintained.
• Performs server reboots, as necessary.
• Creates new tests and associated rules in the middleware and the line controller software.
• Assists the LIS department in troubleshooting interface and downloading issues as well as changes in tests.
• Acts as a liaison with vendors to coordinate service, develop troubleshooting techniques, and serve as a point of contact.
• Provides troubleshooting support to staff.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• 2 or more years experience in a clinical lab setting

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science Biological, Chemical, Physical or lab science field.
• 1 or more years core lab automation experience

Required Licensure and Certification

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP) AMT, ABB or equivalent certification.

Required Language Skills

• Fluent English - Must be able to read, write and speak English

Knowledge Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must have excellent telephone, verbal and written communication skills.