Medical Laboratory Scientist - Blood Bank - Night Shift

The University of Kansas Hospital; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist for the Blood Bank. This full-time position involves ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of laboratory testing for patients. The role requires analyzing specimens, maintaining laboratory equipment, and adhering to safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field and the necessary certifications. Join a committed team that values quality care and continuous improvement, while making a significant impact on patient outcomes in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant science field required.
• Must meet CLIA requirements for high complexity testing.

Responsibilities

• Analyze patient specimens and ensure timely, accurate results.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and troubleshoot issues.
• Instruct and mentor students and other healthcare providers.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Phlebotomy

Education

Bachelor of Science in Biological, Physical, Chemical or Clinical Laboratory Science

High School Graduate

Tools

Laboratory Instruments

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Blood Bank - Night Shift

Job ID: R-42161 Job Type: Full time Location: Kansas City, Kansas

Position Summary / Career Interest:
The Medical Lab Scientist Blood Bank provides comprehensive laboratory testing for patients. This 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, 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.
• Performs product preparations in compliance with FDA, cGMP, AABB standards, NRC regulations and department procedures.
• 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.
• Uses and wears PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) 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) within 180 Days
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) within 180 Days

Knowledge Requirements

• Meets the CLIA requirements for high complexity testing.