Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist Core Lab

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 38,572 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus

Incentive pay

Job summary

University Hospitals is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist for Core Lab. The role involves performing high and moderate complexity testing, pre-analytical and post-analytical support, and ensuring quality patient care.

You will train students and new team members, collaborate with supervision for regulatory compliance, and participate in departmental projects. A Bachelor’s degree in a lab science and ASCP certification (or equivalent) are required.

Qualifications

• Education required for high- and moderate-complexity testing per CLIA '88.
• Academic credentials must support laboratory testing responsibilities.
• ASCP or equivalent certification acceptable for certain education paths.

Responsibilities

• Performs pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical laboratory testing.

Skills

Organization

Initiative

Multi-tasking

Communication

Independence

Team training

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in chemical/biological/clinical laboratory science or medical technology

Bachelor’s Degree in other field

ASCP certification or equivalent (Associate degree path)

Job description

Job Description - Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist Core Lab (2600074Z)

Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist Core Lab - ( 2600074Z )

A Brief Overview

Follows laboratory policies and procedures to perform high and moderate complexity testing. Performs pre-analytical and post-analytical laboratory support functions. Demonstrates clear communication with team members to optimize laboratory operations

What You Will Do

• Accurately and efficiently performs pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical processes for laboratory testing
• Maintains and troubleshoots laboratory equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions
• Performs and evaluates all required quality control assessments as described in departmental policies and procedures prior to reporting patient results.
• Evaluates results of laboratory tests according to laboratory protocols to ensure quality patient care.
• Documents all laboratory activities according to policies and procedures
• Maintains and demonstrates competency assessment in assigned area
• Takes responsibility for self-development
• Completes all assigned mandatory assignments within allowed timelines.
• Is active participant in departmental projects
• Collaborates with the laboratory supervisor to ensure laboratory compliance with all regulatory agencies by established standards
• Trains students and new team members, and is a resource for other technical team members.
• Assesses competency of team members as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

o This position is part of an established career ladder.Appropriate title and pay will be assigned based on Education and Experience

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution; Requirement specific in CLIA '88 to perform high complexity testing. (Required) or
• Bachelor's Degree in other field (Required) and
• Associate's Degree in clinical laboratory science and certification by ASCP or equivalent are also acceptable. (Required)

Work Experience

• 2+ years Experience in a highly complex laboratory setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to keep organized
• Displays initiative to perform job duties
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to multi-task
• Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, co-workers.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within role independently and with other team members
• Knowledge of standard laboratory policies and procedures, safety practices, and laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Initiates, solves problems, and troubleshoots issues independently.
• Works in multiple laboratory sections/disciplines independently (3 or more).
• Displays ability to effectively train students and new team members
• Good understanding of laboratory operations

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate +$2 per hour incentive pay
• Sign on bonus