Laboratory Technologist - Genetics Lab

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc. is seeking a laboratory assistant to support the Genetics Laboratory team in Tulsa, OK.

The role involves collecting and processing specimens, performing routine analytical tests under supervision, and maintaining quality control to ensure accurate results. The successful candidate will have a Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology or related science, 0–6 months related experience, and strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with healthcare

Qualifications

• Minimum education requirement as stated above.
• 0–6 months related clinical laboratory experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process biological specimens.
• Perform and report routine analytical tests under supervision.
• Perform quality control within predetermined limits.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment under direction.
• Collaborate with medical technologists and students.
• Look for ways to improve processes.
• Adhere to guidelines and policies.
• Assist in educational laboratory activities.

Skills

PC skills

Interpersonal communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology or related biological/chemical science

Job description

Full Time Job Summary: Performs phases of laboratory testing, as assigned.

Minimum Education: Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology or in a related biological/chemical science from an accredited college or university.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: None.

Work Experience: 0 - 6 months related experience in clinical laboratory.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: PC skills needed for efficient computer utilization. Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Ability to organize work in an effective and efficient manner. Ability to be detail oriented in the examination of clinical and numerical data.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Collect and process biological specimens and other substances.


• Performs and reports routine analytical tests under direction of medical technologist, recognizing factors that affect procedures and results, and taking appropriate actions within predetermined limits when corrections are indicated.


• Perform and monitor quality control within predetermined limits.


• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment under direction of medical technologist.


• Supports laboratory goals by demonstrating teamwork, service excellence, adhering to established guidelines and policies.


• Looks for ways to improve processes.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Works with medical laboratory science students during educational laboratory activities.

Decision Making

Independent judgment in making minor decisions where alternatives are limited and standard policies/protocols have been established.

Working Relationships

• Works directly with patients and/or customers.


• Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction.


• Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction.


• Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.

Special Job Dimensions: None.

Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.

Genetics Laboratory - Yale Campus Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136

Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position. This statute allows employers to lawfully refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs or to discipline or discharge employees who work in safety-sensitive jobs if they test positive for marijuana, even if they have a valid license to use medical marijuana.

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability

Saint Francis is a Catholic, not-for-profit Health system based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We are the largest private employer in Eastern Oklahoma with over 12,000 employees, including 1,000 physicians. The health system is anchored by the 1,112-bed Saint Francis Hospital, the largest hospital in Oklahoma and the 11th largest in the nation. Our system also includes hospitals in south Tulsa, Muskogee and Vinita, as well as 110 Warren Clinic locations from Monkey Island to McAlester, northeastern Oklahoma's only children's hospital, a level IV neonatal intensive care unit, a 168-bed heart hospital, and Tulsa's leading trauma and emergency center.