Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist 9:00pm-7:00am

Description

General Summary Statement

Assist in the oversight of the operations of the section. Assist in scheduling and staffing. Act as a point person for trouble shooting and problem solving. Handle phone inquires from physicians and other staff members. Performs a variety of routine and complex tests in all laboratory sections. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of laboratory operations, testing procedures, department policies. Authorized by the laboratory director to perform testing (and result reporting*) in the clinical laboratory for which they have been proved competent. Works under minimal supervision for specimen processing, test performance, and result reporting. Note: *Supervisory or director review is not required to report clinical laboratory results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Accomplishes routine and stat testing within established guidelines and produces accurate results.

Makes correct judgments about the validity of test results based on quality control data and
patient status.

Accommodates increased workload at peak times and maintains quality of results

Orients and instructs new employees or students in the performance of tests, use of equipment,

and laboratory section protocols as assigned.

Performs testing independently, demonstrating a thorough knowledge of department protocols

and theoretical aspects of testing procedures.

Maintains complete and accurate logs or documents, as required, according to section

protocols.

Uses autoverification and associated technologies to release results where validated. Verifies non-autoverified results before release. Consults supervisor for assistance when necessary

Recognizes critical values and reportable results according to protocol. Reports critical results appropriately to authorized caregivers and documents this action in the laboratory information system.

Reports and documents QA related incidents to the ENP Technical Coordinator.

Understands and performs information system functions necessary for operations

Assist in scheduling and staffing including call-outs and last minute scheduling changes.

May share on-call responsibilities with the technical coordinator of third shift

Demonstrates a proficiency in blood banking policy and procedures

Accepts constructive feedback about performance or behaviors and shows evidence of change.

Familiarity with Laboratory Exposure Control Plan which includes the Chemical Hygiene Plan, Hazard Communication Program and OSHA Blood Borne Pathogen standard and applies standard precautions to work practices and knows how to appropriately deal with chemical or biological spills.|

Recommends new approaches to solving operational problems, issues or concerns

Education Training and Experience

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Science. Must qualify to perform high complexity testing per CLIA regulations.

Licensure/Certification

MLS Certification by a minimum knowledge based exam such as the Board of Certification (ASCP) or equivalent required.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.