Ebenezer
Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist - Point of Care Testing
Ebenezer, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Overview
Fairview Health Services is looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist for Point of Care Testing to cover three campuses: University of Minnesota Medical Center - West Bank, M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center-East Bank, and M Health Fairview Clinics & Surgery Center. This is mainly a full-time day shift position, Monday–Friday, with no weekends or holidays, but some flexibility in scheduling and to cover alternate shifts or weekends as needed for special projects. The Point of Care (POC) Medical Technologist is responsible for supporting the department by coordinating all point-of-care testing according to the manufacturer’s procedures and accreditation requirements (CLIA, CAP, JC). The POC technologist ensures quality testing and accurate POCT performance through operator training, equipment maintenance and monitoring, troubleshooting, quality control, and proficiency testing and review. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Support the team in monitoring the proper functioning of all Point-of-care testing (POCT) at UMMC East, West, and CSC. Upon successful training in all POCT and hospital-required education programs, perform duties related to POCT under established policies. Understand the theoretical, technical operation, and regulatory compliance governing all approved POCT instruments and test kits. Ensure operator competency for POCT testing, including initial training and periodic competency review. Maintain records of staff initial training and competency testing. Enforce POCT policies and take action as needed for non-compliance events. Ensure parallel reagent checks for new lot numbers of POCT reagents are performed per protocols. Conduct point-of-care in-services with testing personnel as necessary. Assist in managing proficiency testing and linearity studies for all POCT sites. Assist in managing quality control testing for all POCT sites, including periodic review of QC data, follow-up on observed problems, and filing of records in an organized manner accessible to regulatory agents. Perform frequent audits of all POCT sites to monitor compliance with POCT policies and procedures. Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaborate with testing personnel to resolve problems, questions, and issues. Utilize critical thinking and analytical skills to effectively problem-solve. Practice and enforce laboratory safety, follow a chemical hygiene plan, and abide by universal precautions. Maintain professional telephone etiquette and demeanor when dealing with difficult situations. Communicate effectively with co-workers, hospital staff, physicians, nurses, patients, and visitors. Promote teamwork between departments and shifts by assisting coworkers to complete the POCT workload efficiently. Function as a Medical Technologist when necessary at a competency level equal to regular Medical Technologist staff, providing safe, effective, and efficient delivery of laboratory services. Mentor students and new employees and serve as a role model for coworkers. Accept and perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the POCT supervisor, including working early day hours and occasionally on weekends. Support hospital initiatives. Required Qualifications
Baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited college/university in a related laboratory field with practicum or equivalent routes meeting qualifications for high-complexity testing as specified in CLIA ’88. Baccalaureate degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution; diploma or transcript required. Alternatively, requirement may include 16 semester hours in biology (including microbiology) and 16 in chemistry (including organic/biochemistry) with transcript provided, or an equivalency transcript evaluation. Completion of a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course plus the above degree requirements; transcript required. Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., molecular biology, biotechnology, chemistry, biology, immunology, immunohematology, microbiology, or medical laboratory science); diploma or transcript required. Eligibility to obtain appropriate Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) approved laboratory certification (ASCP, ASCPi, or AMT – MLS/MT within 1 year) or HEW Medical Technologist certification may be considered. Preferred Qualifications
B.S. in Medical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technology. Two years of work experience, including one year with POCT. Benefits Overview
Fairview offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, PTO and sick time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more. For additional information, please visit the benefits page: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract Compensation Disclaimer
An individual’s pay rate within the posted range may be determined by skills, knowledge, education, experience, and market conditions. The organization prioritizes pay equity and internal team equity when making offers. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If eligible for a sign-on bonus, the approved in-place bonus program at the time of offer will be honored. EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.
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Fairview Health Services is looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist for Point of Care Testing to cover three campuses: University of Minnesota Medical Center - West Bank, M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center-East Bank, and M Health Fairview Clinics & Surgery Center. This is mainly a full-time day shift position, Monday–Friday, with no weekends or holidays, but some flexibility in scheduling and to cover alternate shifts or weekends as needed for special projects. The Point of Care (POC) Medical Technologist is responsible for supporting the department by coordinating all point-of-care testing according to the manufacturer’s procedures and accreditation requirements (CLIA, CAP, JC). The POC technologist ensures quality testing and accurate POCT performance through operator training, equipment maintenance and monitoring, troubleshooting, quality control, and proficiency testing and review. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Support the team in monitoring the proper functioning of all Point-of-care testing (POCT) at UMMC East, West, and CSC. Upon successful training in all POCT and hospital-required education programs, perform duties related to POCT under established policies. Understand the theoretical, technical operation, and regulatory compliance governing all approved POCT instruments and test kits. Ensure operator competency for POCT testing, including initial training and periodic competency review. Maintain records of staff initial training and competency testing. Enforce POCT policies and take action as needed for non-compliance events. Ensure parallel reagent checks for new lot numbers of POCT reagents are performed per protocols. Conduct point-of-care in-services with testing personnel as necessary. Assist in managing proficiency testing and linearity studies for all POCT sites. Assist in managing quality control testing for all POCT sites, including periodic review of QC data, follow-up on observed problems, and filing of records in an organized manner accessible to regulatory agents. Perform frequent audits of all POCT sites to monitor compliance with POCT policies and procedures. Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaborate with testing personnel to resolve problems, questions, and issues. Utilize critical thinking and analytical skills to effectively problem-solve. Practice and enforce laboratory safety, follow a chemical hygiene plan, and abide by universal precautions. Maintain professional telephone etiquette and demeanor when dealing with difficult situations. Communicate effectively with co-workers, hospital staff, physicians, nurses, patients, and visitors. Promote teamwork between departments and shifts by assisting coworkers to complete the POCT workload efficiently. Function as a Medical Technologist when necessary at a competency level equal to regular Medical Technologist staff, providing safe, effective, and efficient delivery of laboratory services. Mentor students and new employees and serve as a role model for coworkers. Accept and perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the POCT supervisor, including working early day hours and occasionally on weekends. Support hospital initiatives. Required Qualifications
Baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited college/university in a related laboratory field with practicum or equivalent routes meeting qualifications for high-complexity testing as specified in CLIA ’88. Baccalaureate degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution; diploma or transcript required. Alternatively, requirement may include 16 semester hours in biology (including microbiology) and 16 in chemistry (including organic/biochemistry) with transcript provided, or an equivalency transcript evaluation. Completion of a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course plus the above degree requirements; transcript required. Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., molecular biology, biotechnology, chemistry, biology, immunology, immunohematology, microbiology, or medical laboratory science); diploma or transcript required. Eligibility to obtain appropriate Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) approved laboratory certification (ASCP, ASCPi, or AMT – MLS/MT within 1 year) or HEW Medical Technologist certification may be considered. Preferred Qualifications
B.S. in Medical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technology. Two years of work experience, including one year with POCT. Benefits Overview
Fairview offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, PTO and sick time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more. For additional information, please visit the benefits page: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract Compensation Disclaimer
An individual’s pay rate within the posted range may be determined by skills, knowledge, education, experience, and market conditions. The organization prioritizes pay equity and internal team equity when making offers. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If eligible for a sign-on bonus, the approved in-place bonus program at the time of offer will be honored. EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.
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