Job Title: Medical Technologist Lead    Flow Cytometry    

We are Hiring at University Hospital

Location: 530 South Jackson St  Louisville KY 40202

Shift Options:  1st Shift  Full Time

Sign on bonus available

The Medical Laboratory Scientist-Technical or Quality Lead shall have a thorough knowledge of Laboratory Science and shall demonstrate proficiency in the skills and practices of the section. The Technical Lead They shall assist the Laboratory Supervisor in maintaining laboratory standards in accordance with accrediting bodies, including, but not limited to CAP, CLIA, AABB, FDA and Joint Commission.  They shall be responsible for technical review of standard operating procedures, validation of new procedures, review and coordination of quality control and performance of quality audits.

• Performs direct observation and ensures competency for all department staff.
• Recommends and implements improvements necessary to achieve operational goals and to improve patient outcomes.
• Monitors staffing needs.
• Monitors quality control and proficiency testing for department.
• Ensures that accreditation standards are met for department in accordance with CAP, Joint Commission, CLIA, AABB, FDA, etc.
• Demonstrates comprehension of all procedures within the department as defined in Procedure Manuals. Reviews Manuals biannually assists with procedure revisions when necessary.
• Submits feedback to the Laboratory Supervisor for technical evaluation of section employees (includes Initial competency and skills assessment/validation).
• Attends required department or hospital meetings.

• Maintains staffing for call-ins or other unusual circumstances.
• Maintains an adequate reagent and supply inventory in the department.
• Evaluates new technologies for the section in conjunction with the Medical/Section Director of the department.
• Serves in a problem-solving role for the department.
• Assists in the orientation of new department employees as demonstrated by completed orientation checklist in the employees’ personnel file.
• Meets regularly with Laboratory Supervisor/Manager, Medical/Section Director and participates in the evaluation of capital purchases, operational, and technical issues.

• Identifies and reports any safety hazards or concerns.
• Makes suggestions for improvements of procedures and workflow.
• Communicates to staff consistently.
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct.
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Performs other duties as assigned

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in medical laboratory science, medical technology, clinical laboratory science or in a related science (example, laboratory sciences such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, hematology, clinical microscopy, cytogenetics, blood bank, molecular biology, cytotechnology, or immunology. (required)

Experience:

• 2 years of hospital laboratory experience in section leading (required)
• Previous experience with automated equipment in department supervising (preferred)

Certification:

• Certification as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist by one of the following accrediting agencies is required.
  • Medical Technologist (MT) certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• • Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
  • Medical Technologist (MT) certified by the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
  • Medical Laboratory Scientist certified by the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
  • Medical Technologist (MT) certified by the Department of Health, Education & Welfare/US Department of Health & Human Services (HEW/HHS)
  • Technologist certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) in one of the following areas:

  Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Cytogenetics, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or Cytology

  • Technologist certified by the American Board of Bioanalysis (ABB) in one of the following areas:

  Medical Technologist, Andrology Laboratory Scientist, Embryology Laboratory Scientist, or Molecular Diagnostics Technologist

  Beginning in January 2004, newly certified individuals must participate in The American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB) Board of Registry (BOR) Certification Maintenance Program (required)

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