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Calhoun Liberty Hospital

Lead Medical Technologist - MT - Clinical Lab

Calhoun Liberty Hospital, Blountstown, Florida, United States, 32424

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The Lead Laboratory Medical Technologist (Lead Med Tech) is a leadership position, providing laboratory services within the department, in conjunction with the Director of Laboratory Services. This position performs a wide range of clinical and diagnostic testing of all complexities and disciplines, including but not limited to Hematology, Immunohematology, Chemistry, Clinical Chemistry, Microbiology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, and Serology. This position assists the Director of Laboratory Services in the supervision and training of laboratory personnel. This position must adhere to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies.

Contributes to highquality, safe, laboratory practices in service to patients Assists the Director of Laboratory Services in the supervision of laboratory personnel, development of policies and procedures, and other duties as directed. Handles and processes specimens, ensuring proper identification and specimen validity

Performs accurate clinical/diagnostic testing, routine, specialized, and esoteric testing, according to standard operating procedures on human biological samples within the scope of practice of one’s education and training

Recognizes and resolves problems that result in inaccurate test results, relying on procedures and applying scientific knowledge Analyzes, interprets, and reports laboratory results according to protocols and regulatory requirements Exercises independent judgement and critical thinking in nonroutine circumstances to solve problems Maintains accurate, current, and complete records Operates laboratory equipment correctly, performs troubleshooting according to procedures, and explores new solutions as needed to resolve problems Communicates effectively to other shifts and interdepartmentally when appropriate, regarding patient and operational issues Performs required quality control testing on equipment and reagents; knows acceptable levels of performance Documents corrective actions taken for problem resolution, instrument maintenance, or quality control/test performance Meets all personnel standards in governing, regulatory, and accreditation requirements for clinical laboratory testing Participates in proficiency testing and competency assessments to meet regulatory requirements Maintains controlled inventories of reagents and laboratory materials Conducts education and training for new personnel, fellows, residents, students, and visitors within the scope of practice of one’s licensure Listens, anticipates, and responds to the needs of internal and external customers and strives to meet expectations Communicates clearly, accurately, and respectfully with customers and colleagues, ensuring that necessary information is shared Notifies management or other key stakeholders of problems or issues, as appropriate Works effectively inter or intradepartmentally and with project teams to meet customer needs and organizational goals. Participates in quality and process improvement projects Attends and participates in continuing education opportunities to maintain relevancy and currency in professional practices and standards Applies evidencedbased strategies to the solution of laboratory problems and testing decisions Performs phlebotomy when necessary. Maintains patient confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines All other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree, Medical or ScienceRelated One Year Clinical Laboratory Experience Current Florida MT licensure, in good standing Current Florida SU licensure, in good standing, preferred (you will be required to obtain an SU license within 12 months of hire date) Good communication and listening skills Demonstrate competencies in appropriate areas

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Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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