Medical Lab Scientist - Microbiology

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist in Microbiology for the Strawberry Hill Campus. This night-shift, full-time role involves comprehensive lab testing to ensure accurate and timely results while upholding quality standards.

The MLS will perform phlebotomy, calibration, instrument troubleshooting, and participate in QA activities, with opportunity to mentor students and staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Biological, Physical, Chemical or Clinical Laboratory Science / Medical Technology from an accredited institution.
• High School Diploma is required.

Responsabilités

• Analyzes patient, control and proficiency testing specimens and records results in a timely manner according to laboratory policy.
• Calibrates, maintains, operates and troubleshoots instrumentation and documents accordingly.
• Performs phlebotomy and sample collection as applicable.
• Reviews results and correlates with patient condition; identifies abnormal/critical values and initiates corrective action.
• Maintains supplies inventory and adheres to safety and regulatory standards.
• Instructs and mentors students and staff as applicable.

Connaissances

Laboratory testing

Phlebotomy

Mentoring

Quality assurance

Formation

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology / CL S

High School Diploma

Description du poste

Position Title

Medical Lab Scientist - Microbiology

Nights - Full Time

Strawberry Hill Campus

Position Summary / Career Interest:

Night Shift

The Medical Lab Scientist provides comprehensive laboratory testing for patients. The position consists of ensuring patients’ laboratory results are accurate, timely and with quality.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Analyzes patient, control and proficiency testing specimens and records results in a timely manner according to laboratory policy.
• Calibrates, maintains, operates and troubleshoots instrumentation issues and completes appropriate documentation.
• Completes continuing education and submits appropriate documentation where applicable.
• Follows regulatory, accreditation, safety and hospital standards, policies and procedures.
• Instructs, orients and mentors students, employees, residents, patients and other health care providers as applicable.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of all supplies. Accurately prepares, labels and stores reagents, standards, controls and specimens for analysis.
• Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
• Performs phlebotomy and sample collection as applicable.
• Reviews and correlates results of laboratory tests to each other and with the patient’s condition, recognizing abnormal results and critical/alert values. Verifies accuracy of results and initiates corrective action when indicated.
• The employee may be required to float to other locations throughout the organization.
• Performs product preparations in compliance with FDA, cGMP, AABB standards and blood bank department procedures, if applicable.
• Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary to perform job duties safely and minimize risk.
• 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

• Bachelor of Science Biological, Physical, Chemical or Clinical Laboratory Science / Medical Technology from an accredited institution
• High School Graduate

Required Licensure and Certification

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP) , AMT or equivalent or eligible (must be completed within 6 months of hire) within 180 Days

Knowledge Requirements

• Meets the CLIA requirements for high complexity testing.

Time Type:

Full time

Job Requisition ID:

R-58260

Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.