Medical Lab Scientist II- tfMRD

POSITION SUMMARY:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  Verify the proper specimen being analyzed and perform tests that need to be completed
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  Proficient at analyzing clinical laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures in an efficient manner with little to no errors
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  Responsible for maintaining updated understanding and knowledge of methods performed in the lab
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  Provides general oversight of personnel and the daily operations in the lab.
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  Meet expected performance metrics within the role as applicable.
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  Follows GLP (good laboratory practice): maintain clean and organized workspace
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  Completes training and other deadlines on time.
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  Provide guidance for new Clinical Laboratory Operators and/or Medical Laboratory Scientists.
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  Train on specialized instructions for instruments/protocols (super users)
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  Recognizes and escalates equipment malfunctions; troubleshoots common analytical and processing errors according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedure
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  Recognizes, documents, and escalates protocol deviations in lab to lead/supervisor
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  Assists with documentation for nonconformance reports.
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  Participates in the updating of departmental standard operating procedures and database to accurately reflect the current practices.
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  Conducts independent continuous improvement projects
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  Ensures compliance with all regulatory agency requirements through proper documentation (example maintenance logs, bench worksheet)
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  Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data (if applicable)
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  Maintains equipment and instruments in good operating condition (such as calibration and expiration date)
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  Maintain inventory of material, supplies and equipment in the laboratory for performance of duties.
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  Communicates with team and other departments on various platforms (including via e-mail)
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  Provides feedback on day-to-day schedule and tasks to lead/supervisor; offers suggestions/ideas for improvement
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  Assists teammates in completing daily tasks and facilitate workflow as needed
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  Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner; acts as a role model/mentor to others
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  Adheres to Departmental Expectations

QUALIFICATIONS:

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  1-2 years of experience as a Medical Technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory environment.
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  BS/BA degree in Medical Technology, Biological Sciences, or a related field
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  Current MT/MLS/CLS certification preferable from ASCP, AMT, or AAB.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

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  Excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, troubleshooting, and pipetting skills.
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  Experience in Molecular Biology preferred.
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  Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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  Word processing and data management skills.
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  Ability to work well in a group
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  Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision

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WHAT WE OFFER