Lab Technologist II

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; River (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 37,649 - 48,009; Full time

Job summary

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking a skilled laboratory technician to perform flow cytometry testing and support the departmental functions. You will work closely with infants, children, and adolescents, ensuring quality testing and customer service.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, practical experience, and a strong commitment to professional development. The position offers a full-time schedule with expected pay ranging from $27.33 to $34.85 per hour.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience for Bachelor’s degree holders.
• 4 years of experience for Associate’s degree holders.
• Any required licenses or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform flow cytometry testing and related functions.
• Conduct special projects, evaluations, and experiments.
• Prepare samples and perform routine laboratory procedures.
• Train bench personnel and students in procedures.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Client communication

Laboratory testing

Quality control procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science

Associate’s degree in a related science

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Section Supervisor and leadership staff; perform flow cytometry testing and other related functions to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of immune dysfunction in a medical center caring for infants, children and adolescents.

Departmental Support—conduct, direct or assist in special projects, evaluations, experiments, or research. Participate in regularly scheduled cross‑trained rotations 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 departmental discussions. Participate in establishing job requirements and goals; perform duties at the desired level of competency.

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, and basic troubleshooting from written guidelines. Perform and report quality control procedures. Identify Q.C. failures and correct malfunctions identified. Prepare samples for analysis; store and preserve specimens. Prepare reagents, assist with monitoring supply inventories, receive and stock supplies. Perform registration and sample collection as required by location. Perform routine procedures within the respective discipline, including the collection and analysis of data that will affect decisions regarding patient care. Assist with the development of new procedures and updating of existing procedures. Train bench personnel and students in bench procedures once proficient in basic as well as some advanced skills. Function 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.

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 or certification, through continuing education, conferences, meetings, in‑services, networking, literature, and/or seminars. Attend all mandatory CCHMC training sessions. Implement obtained knowledge and 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 or 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 contribute one’s skills and abilities to meet those needs. Assume responsibility for one’s 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. Participate in accreditation activities through conducting standards assessments and evaluating for annual internal and external inspections.

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science OR Associate’s degree in a related science. 2+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree, 4 years of experience with an Associate’s degree. Any license, certification, or registration required. Preferred: Certified MLS or MLT through a national certifying agency.

Position Information

Primary Location: Burnet Campus
Schedule: Full time Shift Day (United States of America)
Department: Cancer & Blood Disease Inst
Employee Status: Regular FTE
Weekly Hours: 40

*Expected Starting Pay Range*
Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $27.33 - $34.85

EEO Statement

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.