Medical Laboratory Scientist

AdventHealth; Hendersonville (NC); Presencial; USD 38 000 - 71 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Resumo da oferta

AdventHealth Hendersonville seeks a Laboratory Technician to support clinical staff in a fast-paced hospital laboratory setting. You will perform pre-analytical and analytical tasks, maintain equipment, and participate in quality improvement activities, under supervision. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs are essential.

Hours are 6 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO from day one, and professional development

Qualificações

• Follows safety policies including PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling.
• Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities.
• Evaluates new laboratory techniques and procedures, assisting with data collection and special projects.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and spaces through cleaning and disinfection.
• Facilitates workflow and support education to clinical staff as needed.
• Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection, and biological specimen processing.
• Conducts post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, including reporting results and providing technical support.

Responsabilidades

• Follows safety policies including PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and spaces through cleaning and disinfection.
• Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance and specimen collection.
• Conducts post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, including reporting results.
• Offers guidance to technicians and support staff, resolving customer service issues within guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

English communication

Laboratory techniques

Data collection

Quality assessment

Training staff

Formação académica

Associate degree in laboratory science

Ferramentas

MS Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits

Schedule: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Address: 100 HOSPITAL DR City: HENDERSONVILLE State: North Carolina Postal Code: 28792

SHIFT: 6 AM - 2:30 PM Monday - Friday

Job Description:

• Follows safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and complete required training for handling hazardous waste.
• Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities.
• Evaluates new laboratory techniques and procedures, assisting with data collection and special projects.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and spaces through cleaning and disinfection.
• Facilitates workflow and support education to clinical staff as needed.
• Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection, and biological specimen processing.
• Conducts post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, including reporting results and providing technical support.
• Completes tests and analytical procedures efficiently and accurately according to established standard operating procedures.
• Participates in proficiency testing, adhering to federal and state regulations and institutional policies.
• May act as a preceptor to facilitate orientation and training to new employees and students, documenting appropriately.
• Offers guidance to technicians and support staff, resolving customer service issues within guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the department or work area assigned [Required]
• Follows and ensures adherence of staff to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times [Required]
• Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision [Required]
• Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities [Required]
• Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings [Required]
• Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to operate computer systems to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents [Required]
• General knowledge of laboratory testing functions and equipment use [Required]
• Critical thinking skills and attention to detail and accuracy [Required]
• Proficient in verbal and written communication skills; additional languages [Required]
• Strong analytical and mathematical abilities; excellent organization and people skills [Required]
• Flexibility in scheduling of hours; may be required to work overtime, weekends, and holidays [Required]
• Ability to read, write and follow instructions in English; good oral communication skills; excellent customer service skills [Required]
• Mathematical, computer reasoning, and language skills at the college level (2 years) [Required]
• Must have proper communication skills to convey information effectively and problem-solving/decision-making skills to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement solutions [Required]
• Ability to multitask and knowledge of basic state and federal laws as applicable to the laboratory setting [Required]
• Ability to handle infectious biological specimens, caustics, toxic chemicals, and/or irritants appropriately and safely
• Display a willingness and ability to learn and develop new techniques and procedures as needed for research protocol development [Required]

Education:

• Associates [Required]
• Field of Study: Associate degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, OR if the field of study does not match, candidate must meet the CLIA equivalency listed in additional information

Additional Information:

Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489(b)(3)(ii): For high complexity testing, equivalent laboratory training and experience includes the following: 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that include six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND Laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above), OR At least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing; OR Successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); OR Qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024. Additional Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements. Due to regulatory body nomenclature changes in 2022 and 2023, MT(ASCP) and MT(AMT) are denoted now as MLS (ASCP) and MLS (AMT).

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$27.80 - $51.70

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.