Smilow Cancer Hospital
Medical Lab Scientist - Core Lab Nights
Smilow Cancer Hospital, New Haven, Connecticut, us, 06540
Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Performs a wide range of clinical laboratory testing in an accurate and timely fashion by utilizing technical and problem-solving skills in conjunction with a thorough knowledge of clinical laboratory principles. Maintains effective communications and transfers testing and pending follow-ups between employees and shifts following all CHAMP and HRO standards. Maintains all Quality Control and Quality Assurance standards at all times. Maintains operational effectiveness and assumes full responsibility for continuing education requirements, licensure, and expertise to adapt as needed to an expanding department with increased testing complexity.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
Understands and adheres to Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.
Demonstrates knowledge and adherence to laboratory and hospital policies and procedures.
Demonstrates technical competency by performing a wide variety of laboratory techniques, including moderate to highly complex tests.
Operates instrumentation and/or assigned benches independently with sufficient knowledge and skills.
Operates all department equipment safely and according to manufacturer guidelines.
Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshoots instrument failures.
Performs tasks that support overall laboratory service in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
May assist with training new employees.
Assists with specimen processing as needed.
Assists with inventory management and control.
Meets continuing education requirements.
Participates in activities that demonstrate professionalism, competency, and career growth.
Performs a variety of routine tests and procedures, instrument maintenance procedures, and routine quality control procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned to assure efficient operations of the department, including coverage of other lab sections.
Qualifications Education BS Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biological Science or equivalent; ASCP eligible or equivalent
Experience 0-2 years
Licensure ASCP eligible
Special Skills Excellent communication skills and customer service skills. Basic computer skills. Consistently interacts with coworkers and customers in a positive manner. Cooperatively and proactively assists in other areas as needed in a teamwork oriented environment. Maintains procedure knowledge and implements all new and revised procedures in real time. Maintains all Quality Control and Quality Assurance standards at all times.
Physical Demand While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. They are occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. They must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. They are occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be tested for colorblindness and be able to perform testing with or without the assistance of reasonable accommodation as determined on a case-by-case basis.
YNHHS Requisition ID 154208
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Performs a wide range of clinical laboratory testing in an accurate and timely fashion by utilizing technical and problem-solving skills in conjunction with a thorough knowledge of clinical laboratory principles. Maintains effective communications and transfers testing and pending follow-ups between employees and shifts following all CHAMP and HRO standards. Maintains all Quality Control and Quality Assurance standards at all times. Maintains operational effectiveness and assumes full responsibility for continuing education requirements, licensure, and expertise to adapt as needed to an expanding department with increased testing complexity.
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Responsibilities
Understands and adheres to Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.
Demonstrates knowledge and adherence to laboratory and hospital policies and procedures.
Demonstrates technical competency by performing a wide variety of laboratory techniques, including moderate to highly complex tests.
Operates instrumentation and/or assigned benches independently with sufficient knowledge and skills.
Operates all department equipment safely and according to manufacturer guidelines.
Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshoots instrument failures.
Performs tasks that support overall laboratory service in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
May assist with training new employees.
Assists with specimen processing as needed.
Assists with inventory management and control.
Meets continuing education requirements.
Participates in activities that demonstrate professionalism, competency, and career growth.
Performs a variety of routine tests and procedures, instrument maintenance procedures, and routine quality control procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned to assure efficient operations of the department, including coverage of other lab sections.
Qualifications Education BS Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biological Science or equivalent; ASCP eligible or equivalent
Experience 0-2 years
Licensure ASCP eligible
Special Skills Excellent communication skills and customer service skills. Basic computer skills. Consistently interacts with coworkers and customers in a positive manner. Cooperatively and proactively assists in other areas as needed in a teamwork oriented environment. Maintains procedure knowledge and implements all new and revised procedures in real time. Maintains all Quality Control and Quality Assurance standards at all times.
Physical Demand While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. They are occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. They must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. They are occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be tested for colorblindness and be able to perform testing with or without the assistance of reasonable accommodation as determined on a case-by-case basis.
YNHHS Requisition ID 154208
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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