MEDICAL LAB SCIENTIST, SENIOR
Company: Dukehealth.org
Location: Durham
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Hours are 11pm - 7:30am Sunday - Thursday with rotating weekends
Occupational Summary Coordinate, perform, and may supervise a
variety of routine and complex technical tasks associated with the
performance of laboratory tests to obtain data for use in the
diagnosis and treatment of disease. Job duties are dependent on the
laboratory and may be composed of a combination of the following
duties and responsibilities related to the specialization. Tasks
are performed according to written procedures and policies with
careful monitoring of quality control and quality assurance
practices. Work Performed Coordinate, perform, and may supervise a
variety of routine and complex tests in clinical laboratories using
standard techniques and equipment; perform related duties in the
laboratory to include specimen handling, using manual and automatic
equipment to test specimens, and perform and report analytical
tests. Operate complex or computerized instrumentation. Calibrate,
maintain, align, and troubleshoot/repair instrumentation according
to standard operating procedures and knowledge and experience.
Coordinate the processing of patient samples or perform pr ocessing
as needed based on staffing levels using appropriate identification
techniques and written procedures to ensure quality material for
testing. Provide advanced problem solving, troubleshooting,
interpretation and consultation, verification of specimen quality
and test results. Communicate problems/issues to responsible
individuals. Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment. May
coordinate and perform validation testing related to the
development of new medical laboratory tests and techniques. Review
and prepare documents and cases for lab inspections. Coordinate
participation for lab inspections and work with inspectors. Bring
any non-compliance issues to the attention of upper-level staff. -
Perform proficiency testing as directed to maintain compliance with
regulatory agencies. Monitor quality control and quality assurance
procedures to ensure compliance with internal and external
regulations. Maintain quality control programs. Recognize, respond
to, and report issues as needed. As sure remedial action is taken
and documented whenever test systems deviate from established
performance specifications. Ensure that patient results are not
reported until corrective action has been taken and the test system
is functioning properly. Review written procedures and policies for
accuracy and submit changes to manager or designee. Collaborate
with management team to initiate projects and develop action plans
to improve unit performance through a Process Improvement
(PI)project. Understand, comply, and perform all necessary safety
procedures. Maintain compliance with safety training. Report all
safety incidents within 24 hours. Attend all laboratory meetings,
safety and compliance training as required . Comply with competency
testing for the laboratory staff. Train new staff. Serve as a
resource person/role model, as per guidelines determined by
laboratory management. Comply with laboratory training programs.
Provide technical guidance and instruction to students, interns,
residents, staff, and other employees. Plan and schedule work for
the group ensuring proper distribution of assignments and adequate
staffing, and resources for subsequent performance of duties. May
monitor workflow, assessment of staffing levels and reassignment as
needed. Follow up to ensure work is completed. Perform other
related duties incidental to the work described herein. Use
behaviors that support achievement of balanced scorecard targets
and support DUHS (Duke University Health System) values.
Consistently cooperate and communicate effectively with co-workers
to ensure effective workflow. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to make independent decisions on matters of significance,
free from immediate direction, within the scope of their
responsibilities. Level Characteristics Promotion to this level is
dependent upon successful completion of leadership activities
within the Clinical Ladder. Requires annual maintenance. Within the
clinical laboratories we embrace Duke's purpose, placing the
patient at the center of everyth ing we do. We do this by
demonstrating behaviors that focus on delivering patient-and
family-centered care and embodying the values that promote a
positive work culture. We expect every team member to commit to
these values and hold each other accountable in the spirit of
mutual respect and belonging. Minimum Qualifications Education
Bachelors of Science/Bachelor of Arts in Chemical, Physical,
Biological or Clinical Laboratory Science; or Medical Technology.
Generalist certification required for General labs.
Generalist/Specialty certification required for specialty labs.
Minimum educational or experience requirements may be modified on a
case-by-case basis at the discretion of the CLIA (Clinical
Laboratory Improvement Amendment) director as long as minimal CLIA
requirements are met by the employee for the tasks being performed.
Experience Five years experience (including one year at Duke) with
generalist/specialty certification. Degrees, Licensures,
Certifications Generalist/Specialty Certification by a nationally
recognized board/agency (required). Certification will vary
depending on laboratory. Advanced degree (MS or higher) accepted in
lieu of certification. Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity
without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender,
gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national
origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration,
innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success
depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best
when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and
experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential
that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the
contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices
are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to
uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs
at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include
essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental
abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for
reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring
department.
Keywords: Dukehealth.org, Durham , MEDICAL LAB SCIENTIST, SENIOR, Healthcare , Durham, North Carolina
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