Medical Laboratory Scientist II, PRN

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Baltimore (MD); Vor Ort; USD 39.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus is seeking a skilled Laboratory Technician to perform a variety of tests on a range of samples during the night shift. The role requires independent judgment to generate accurate results and to participate fully in the multidisciplinary patient care team.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Medical Technology or an Associate’s in Medical Laboratory Technology with relevant experience, and ASCP or equivalent licensure is preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, biology or related sciences required; or an Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, or completion of Military Laboratory Technology with a minimum of three years of experience.
• Licensure/Certifications: ASCP or equivalent preferred.

Aufgaben

• Independently performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing using manual and automated processes.
• Adheres to regulatory guidelines (CLIA 88, TJC, CAP, FDA, etc.) and addresses concerns as needed.
• Identifies and resolves analytical problems, troubleshoots equipment issues and reviews testing procedures and patient results.
• Maintains QA/QC records and determines the acceptability of testing and instrument function.
• Responds to clinical and customer concerns and resolves issues confidentially.
• Assists with development and modification of procedures and assumes additional responsibilities.
• Attends/Leads mandatory education and in-service meetings specific to department.

Kenntnisse

Laboratory testing

QA/QC

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, biology or related sciences

Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology / Military Laboratory Technician program

Jobbeschreibung

Job Requirements Company DescriptionWe

We are looking for talented professionals to join our team at University of Maryland Medical Center - Midtown Campus. University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus has had a long history of working to keep our community healthy. Located in Baltimore's cultural center near the historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, UMMC Midtown Campus is a 200-bed non-profit, community teaching hospital, and part of the University of Maryland Medical System.

Shift: Monday - Friday (11:00pm - 7:30am)

Job Summary

Under general supervision, performs analyses on a variety of sample types. Maintains proper records and utilizes independent judgement to generate acceptable test results. Responsible for quality, efficiency and safety in the performance of laboratory functions. Serves as a fully effective and participative member of the multidisciplinary patient care services team.

Primary Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.

• Independently performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing using manual and automated processes.
• Complies and participates with all regulatory agency guidelines (CLIA 88, TJC, CAP, FDA, etc.) and addresses concerns as needed.
• Independently identifies and resolves analytical problems, troubleshoots equipment issues and takes corrective action in evaluating testing procedures, patient results and specimen integrity; seeks guidance when necessary.
• Independently reviews and records quality control and determines the acceptability of testing, patient results, and instrument function by applying the principles of QA/QC daily.
• Responds to clinical and customer concerns, independently resolves customer issues in a confidential manner, employing integrity and discretion.
• Assists with development and modification of procedures and assumes additional responsibilities when appropriate.
• Independently troubleshoots and resolves problems and documents corrective actions.
• Attends/Leads mandatory education, training, and in-service meetings specific to department.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience - Required

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, biology or related sciences required or; an Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, or completion of Military Laboratory Technology with a minimum of three years of experience. No experience required with a Bachelor's degree, or three years of experience in a clinical laboratory with an Associate's degree or completion of Military Laboratory Technician program required.

Education & Experience - Preferred

Licensure/Certifications: ASCP or equivalent preferred.

Additional Information

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