MEDICAL LAB SCIENTIST - Monday - Friday, 3:30pm to 12:00am/Rotating Weekends
Company: Duke Health
Location: Durham
Posted on: August 8, 2022
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Job Description:
Occupational SummaryPerform a variety of routine and complex
technical tasks in the performance of labora tory 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. -Central Automated Lab on evening
shift, Monday - Friday, 3:30pm to 12:00am with rotating weekends. -
-Work Performed -Perform a variety of 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 rep ort analytical tests. Operate manual or computerized
instrumentation. Calibrate and maintaininstrumentation according to
standard operating procedure. Process patient samples for testing
using appropriate identification techniques and written procedures
to ensure quality material for testing. Perform basic
troubleshooting of assay problems as directed by senior staff.
Communicate problems/issues to appropriate individuals. Maintain
inventory of supplies and equipment. Participate in the development
of new medical laboratory tests and techniques. Participate in the
preparation for lab inspections. Review lab inspection documents
and procedures to maintain knowledge. Bring any non-compliance
issues to the attention of upper level staff. Perform proficiency
testing as directed to m aintain compliance with regulatory
agencies. Document quality control an d quality assurance results.
Notify upper level personnel of instrument malfunctions or unusual
or unexpected data or results. Review written procedures and
policies for accuracy and submit changes to manager or designee.
Understand, comply, and perform with all necessary safety
procedures. Maintain compliance with safety training. Report all
safety incide nts within 24 hours. Attend all laboratory meetings,
safety and compliance training as required. Comply with competency
testing procedures for the laboratory staff. Comply with laboratory
training programs. May provide technical guidance and instruction
to students, interns, residents, staff and other employees. Perform
other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Use
behaviors that support achievement of balanced scorecard targets
and support DUHS values. Consistently cooperate and communicate
effectively with co-workers to ensure effective workflow.
-Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - -Level Characteristics - -
-Minimum Qualifications - -EducationBachelors 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
director as long as minimal CLIA requirements are met by the
employee for the tasks being performed. -Experience -None Required
-Degrees, Licensures, Certifications -Registry eligible.
Generalist/Specialty Certification by a nationally recognized
board/agency (required within 18 months of hire). 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: Duke Health, Durham , MEDICAL LAB SCIENTIST - Monday - Friday, 3:30pm to 12:00am/Rotating Weekends, Other , Durham, North Carolina
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