Lab Technologist - Blood Bank - LVHN Cedar Crest

Health Network Laboratories Limited Partnership; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Network Laboratories Limited Partnership is hiring a Lab Technologist for their Blood Bank in Allentown. This full-time position requires independent judgment to perform lab tests and report results.

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or a related field. The role includes various responsibilities from performing complex tests to assisting physicians in interpreting test results.

The position will follow a Monday-Friday schedule with rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must meet CLIA 88 requirements for high complexity testing.
• Ability to work independently and handle technical complexities.
• Certified by a recognized agency for clinical laboratory professionals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform high and moderate complexity laboratory testing.
• Confirm and report test results independently.
• Assist physicians with test result interpretation.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data interpretation

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related science

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

## Lab Technologist - Blood Bank - LVHN Cedar CrestApplylocations: Allentown, PAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR137380**Work Schedule:**Monday-Friday; 2:30p-11:00p with rotating weekends and holidaysPerforms laboratory procedures to obtain results for physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases using established protocols that require the broad exercise of independent judgment and responsibility with minimal technical supervision. Works independently and communicates effectively with other healthcare professionals.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** include the following. Other duties may be assigned.* Accurately performs any high complexity, moderate complexity or waived laboratory testing in the assigned testing division, which may require the broad exercise of independent judgment to include the use of advanced clinical laboratory instrumentation and equipment according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.* Recognizes and corrects instrument malfunctions within the scope of the operators’ manual and records troubleshooting activities.* Confirms, verifies and reports test results independently. Monitors results for reasonableness and critical values.* Correlates and interprets data generated from testing.* Assists physicians in the interpretation of test results within the scope of the profession.* Conducts established quality control and performance improvement activities.* Provides clinical orientation and/or training of new employees/students.* Prepares and/or collects specimens (blood, urine, feces or other body fluids) for analysis.* Participates in Continuous System Improvement (CSI) and continuing education programs.* Performs instrument and assay validations.* Performs and signs off on technical competencies.* Performs competency for moderate and high complexity testing, as delegated.# QUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education/Experience:Must meet CLIA 88 personnel requirements for high complexity testing. Bachelor’s degree required in medical technology or related science field from an accredited institution; or, must meet CLIA grandfathered medical technologist regulations.Language Ability:Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.Math Ability:Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.Reasoning Ability:Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.Computer Skills:Word processing, Spreadsheets, E-mail, Laboratory Information Systems.Certificates and Licenses:Certification by a recognized certifying agency for clinical laboratory professionals preferred (ASCP, ASMT, NCA, etc). Certifications may be required in specialized areas of the laboratory.HNL Lab Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.**Address:**1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd**Primary Location:**Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest**Position Type:**Onsite**Department:**1046-00004 Blood Bank