MLT/MLS/Medical Laboratory Scientist III - Toledo, United States - ProMedica

Description

Up to a $10,000 sign on bonus depending on level of experience with up to a 1 year commitment.

Sign on bonus is eligible to external candidates and internal per diem candidates that have been employed with ProMedica for less than 6 months.

POSITION SUMMARY
Performs routine and complex analytical procedures, recognizes deviations, and provides

interpretation following established standards and practices. Serves as a resource with advance

technical knowledge and skills.


ACCOUNTABILITIES

• All duties listed below are essential unless noted otherwise•Performs testing

a. Maintains established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Complies

with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies.

b. Process biological specimens for analysis. Evaluate and solves problems related to

specimen collection and processing.

c. Performs routine and complex analytical procedures, recognizes deviations, and

provides interpretation.

d. Operates instruments and performs procedures within the scope of training.

• Maintenance

a. Performs scheduled maintenance procedures.

b. Recognizes equipment malfunctions and acts according to established protocols.

c. Tech III - Identifies, monitors and diagnoses instrument malfunctions. Directs

maintenance protocols.

• Quality Control

a. Performs, records, and maintains accurate quality control records. Recognizes out of

control results and takes appropriate actions.

b. If qualify as Technical Consultant (TC) and/or Technical Supervisor (TS), may establish

quality control limits, reviews performance and recommends course of action to

resolve issues in specialty area.

• Knowledge Resource

a. Answers inquiries regarding results and factors affecting results. Acts as a liaison and

fosters effective communication between laboratory and health care team,

maintaining patient confidentiality.

b. Tech III - Answers inquiries regarding results, methodology, test specificity, sensitivity

and special factors that can influence test results. May participate in a lab focus

group.

• Computer System

a. Performs routine inquiry and data input on the laboratory computer systems.

b. Ensures accuracy of information in the computer systems and is responsible for

corrective actions.

c. Utilizes computer software to enhance specialty area.

• Training/Competency Assessment

a. Instructs new associates and students as required.

b. With respect to experience and education, assesses competencies of other test

performers.

c. Tech III - Participates in the development of the competency assessment tool.

• Continuing Education

a. Must complete required number of CE units.

b. Must complete mandatory in-services.

c. Maintains and upgrades personal professional development.

• Team Leader

a. Provides guidance to co-workers in the absence of an on-site Supervisor regarding

staffing and technical issues that arise.

b. Tech III - Acts as a role model.

c. Performs in leadership role in the laboratory by supporting laboratory management

and promoting the mission, vision, and values of ProMedica to co-workers. Promotes

good customer service practices. Is proactive in bringing patient, employee, and

environmental issues to the attention of laboratory management.

• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
Doctoral, Master's or Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical

laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution or transcripts showing 60

semester hours from an accredited institution indicating 24 semester hours of medical technology

courses or 24 semester hours of science courses that include 6 semester hours in chemistry, 6

semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical technology in

any combination OR meet an alternate qualification route for Testing Personnel for High

Complexity Testing as detailed in §

Years of Experience: 2 years of clinical experience

Certification:
American Society of Pathology (ASCP) MLS or Categorical


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Years of Experience: 4 years of clinical experience in specialty area to qualify as a Technical

Supervisor as detailed in §


WORKING CONDITIONS

Personal Protective Equipment:
Lab Coat, Gloves, Protective Eyewear, as required.

Physical Demands:
Must be able to move continuously about hospital and between workstations;

and prolonged periods of standing. Must be able to tolerate exposure to disease bearing

specimens, odorous chemicals, carcinogens, mutagens, low-level radiation, electrical hazards, and

flammable liquids. Must be able to differentiate colors. Must be able to move, lift or carry

materials weighing up to 50 lbs., 5% of the time. May have to stand continuously for the entire

shift. Must be able to input and retrieve information from computer.

ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit integrated healthcare organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. For more information, please visit

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

Employee Exemption Type

Non-Exempt

Job Type

Full Time

Budgeted Hours / Pay Period

80

Shift Type

Days

Shift Hours

10 hours

Weekends

On-call Requirements

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