Position Details Department PCH-MAIN | Lab Core Location Phoenix Shift Mon-Fri Sat Sun Days Vary Nights 5pm-630am Category Laboratory Pathology Posting 1006682 Employee Type Full-Time
Position Summary Posting Note Phoenix Childrens Core laboratory chemistry urinalysis hematology and coagulation is seeking a medical technologist to join our night shift team. This position will work 3 12hr shifts per week with rotating holidays and weekends. The shift hours are 500pm-530am. Candidates with proficiency in chemistry QC troubleshooting abnormal manual white blood cell differential and problem solving highly encouraged to apply. Previous experience with Abbott Alinity and Sysmex systems is a plus.
The Medical Laboratory Scientist II performs and interprets standard complex and specialized laboratory tests. The MLS II has an understanding of the underlying scientific principles of laboratory testing as well as the technical procedural and problem-solving aspects. The MLS II correlates abnormal laboratory data with pathologic states determines validity of test results and need for additional investigation. The MLS II has an understanding of quality control programs and evaluates computer-generated data and troubleshoots problems. The MLS II is able to participate in the introduction investigation and implementation of new procedures and in the evaluation of new instruments. The MLS II understands and enforces regulatory requirements and safety regulations. This position receives supervision of completed work activities from the supervisor.
Position Duties
Prepares clear technically sound accurate and informative reports of standard complex and specialized test results analysis and examinations to ensure timely and thorough data for patient treatment decisions. Performs full range of chemical microbiologic immunologic hematologic andor immunohematologic laboratory procedures as related to specific job function within the laboratory.
Participates in the evaluation andor development of new procedures instrumentation and quality improvement initiatives. Proactively evaluates practices and assists to create and implement changes to increase and enhance the effectiveness of methods.
Maintains professional and technical competency through constantly pursuing knowledge and self-improvement by remaining apprised of current literature practices and new developments in the fields covered by medical technology.
Participates in standard complex and specialized patient testing and quality control testing of samples. Plans techniques based on assessment of findings and accepted protocols.
Differentiates and resolves technical instrument physiologic causes of problems or unexpected test results to determine presence of normal and abnormal components as related to specific job function within the laboratory.
Performs regular instrument maintenance in accordance with established instructions. Identifies and troubleshoots malfunctions to ensure continuous proper and safe operations. Understands and uses troubleshooting validation statistical computer and preventive maintenance techniques to ensure proper laboratory operation.
Assists peers with work assignments as appropriate.
Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.