Med Lab Scientist, Mlt, Certified or Non-certified - Milwaukee, United States - Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories

Verified Company

Milwaukee, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Come join our team of innovative and unparalleled lab and support staff

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories (WDL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network, which is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education.

Patient care is our top priority, from test orders to transportation of specimens to reporting of test results.

We perform over five million tests annually with test capabilities that match the largest labs in the world, providing expert academic care in every community.

We combine our robust test directory and expert faculty and staff with compassionate patient care and unparalleled logístical support.

WDL specializes in delivering comprehensive, clinical laboratory services to clients ranging from large tertiary care centers to small community practices.

We invite you to review the job posting below. If you meet the requirements and qualifications for this opportunity, you are encouraged to apply.

Thank you for considering a career with Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories

Location:
US:WI:MILWAUKEE at our WI DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORIES facility.

FTE:
0.8

1.0 FTE is Full-Time, any position less than 1.0 FTE is Part-Time, and.001 FTE is Casual
Positions with an "FTE" (full time equivalency) of are eligible for full-time medical, dental and vision benefits. Positions with an "FTE" of are eligible for part-time pro-rated medical, dental and vision benefits

Shift: 1st shift (6:30 am - 3:00 pm; weekend & holiday rotations required)

Summary:

Performs waived, moderate complexity, and high complexity testing on patient specimens. Correlates and interprets data utilizing critical thinking skills and knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments. Involved in teaching and training students, new employees, and residents/medical students. Effectively performs problem resolution, equipment maintenance, reagent preparation, and test result data entry. Successfully and timely completes all required competency assessments.

Responsibilities:

Consistently performs all assigned testing accurately and efficiently. Acquires, maintains, and utilizes thorough knowledge of principles and theories to effectively perform testing and to respond to inquiries regarding testing. Keeps abreast of changes and updates technical procedures.
Consistently follows established protocols for interpreting and verifying test results. Recognizes abnormal or inconsistent results and investigates appropriately and timely. Notifies leadership of potential problems immediately to avoid compromising patient care.
Consistently completes work assignments in a timely manner by prioritizing and multitasking as appropriate. Adjusts to fluctuating workloads, positively cooperating in situations where additional work is required. Maintains workstation in a clean and organized manner.
Works independently and as a member of a cohesive team to ensure all work within the department is completed timely and accurately. Takes the initiative to "pitch in" where needed. Consistently communicates possible delays, issues, or potential problems to leadership. If workload permits, voluntarily completes extra projects, duties, or studies, as coordinated by leadership.
Consistently and accurately performs required quality control procedures and documents results as specified by each procedure. Performs corrective action as appropriate. Documents outofcontrol situations, providing details of the situation and results of the corrective action taken. Notifies leadership of outofcontrol, discrepant, or unexpected results.
Follows specific procedures to correctly operate instrumentation. Performs and documents required instrument maintenance as specified. Performs basic troubleshooting including contacting technical support when appropriate. Communicates with peers regarding instrument and equipment problems and notifies leadership in a timely manner. Documents instrument problems, providing details of the situation and results of the corrective action taken.
Actively participates in student, new employee, medical student, and resident training. Covers training materials thoroughly and provides information regarding the principles and theories of the technical procedures. Participates in continuing education and professional development opportunities.
Recognizes and investigates problems thoroughly and takes corrective action as necessary. Involves peers if appropriate. For problems and issues that cannot be effectively resolved, notifies test system primary operator or resource in a timely manner.
Successfully completes all competency assessments required. Follows required performance improvement plans as needed. Effectively performs all work within defined error limits.

Qualifications:

MLT, MLS or Certified Technol