Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.
Medical Lab Scientist II New! Lab Core | Full-Time | Phoenix Posting Note: ...Re
Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc., Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Position Summary
Phoenix Children’s Core laboratory (chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, and coagulation) is seeking a medical technologist to join our day shift team. This position will work 3/12hr shifts per week with rotating holidays and weekends. The shift hours are 5:00am-5:30pm. Candidates with proficiency in chemistry QC troubleshooting, abnormal manual white blood cell differential, and problem solving highly encouraged to apply. Previous experience with Abbott Alinity and Sysmex systems is a plus. Position Duties
Prepares clear, technically sound, accurate and informative reports of standard, complex and specialized test results, analysis, and examinations to ensure timely and thorough data for patient treatment decisions. Performs full range of chemical, microbiologic, immunologic, hematologic, and/or immunohematologic laboratory procedures, as related to specific job function within the laboratory. Participates in the evaluation and/or development of new procedures, instrumentation, and quality improvement initiatives. Proactively evaluates practices and assists to create and implement changes to increase and enhance the effectiveness of methods. Maintains professional and technical competency through constantly pursuing knowledge and self-improvement by remaining apprised of current literature, practices, and new developments in the fields covered by medical technology. Participates in standard, complex and specialized patient testing and quality control testing of samples. Plans techniques based on assessment of findings and accepted protocols. Differentiates and resolves technical, instrument, physiologic causes of problems or unexpected test results to determine presence of normal and abnormal components as related to specific job function within the laboratory. Performs regular instrument maintenance in accordance with established instructions. Identifies and troubleshoots malfunctions to ensure continuous proper and safe operations. Understands and uses troubleshooting, validation, statistical, computer, and preventive maintenance techniques to ensure proper laboratory operation. Assists peers with work assignments as appropriate. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested. Position Qualifications
Education
Graduate of a Clinical Laboratory Science program from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of post‑secondary education and work experience (as specified in the CLIA regulations for high complexity testing personnel). Experience
Clinical laboratory experience. Certification / License / Registry Requirements for the Position
Current nationally recognized certification (ASCP or equivalent). Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) – Constantly Hearing – Constantly Pushing/pulling – Occasionally Reaching – Constantly Sitting – Constantly Standing – Constantly Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling – Occasionally Talking – Constantly Walking – Constantly Near Vision – Constantly Far Vision – Occasionally Color Discrimination – Constantly Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment – Constantly Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Inside office environment – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Extreme noise levels – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Airborne communicable diseases – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Fumes or airborne particles – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Hazardous materials exposure – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Radiation exposure – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Toxic or caustic chemicals – Applicable
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Phoenix Children’s Core laboratory (chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, and coagulation) is seeking a medical technologist to join our day shift team. This position will work 3/12hr shifts per week with rotating holidays and weekends. The shift hours are 5:00am-5:30pm. Candidates with proficiency in chemistry QC troubleshooting, abnormal manual white blood cell differential, and problem solving highly encouraged to apply. Previous experience with Abbott Alinity and Sysmex systems is a plus. Position Duties
Prepares clear, technically sound, accurate and informative reports of standard, complex and specialized test results, analysis, and examinations to ensure timely and thorough data for patient treatment decisions. Performs full range of chemical, microbiologic, immunologic, hematologic, and/or immunohematologic laboratory procedures, as related to specific job function within the laboratory. Participates in the evaluation and/or development of new procedures, instrumentation, and quality improvement initiatives. Proactively evaluates practices and assists to create and implement changes to increase and enhance the effectiveness of methods. Maintains professional and technical competency through constantly pursuing knowledge and self-improvement by remaining apprised of current literature, practices, and new developments in the fields covered by medical technology. Participates in standard, complex and specialized patient testing and quality control testing of samples. Plans techniques based on assessment of findings and accepted protocols. Differentiates and resolves technical, instrument, physiologic causes of problems or unexpected test results to determine presence of normal and abnormal components as related to specific job function within the laboratory. Performs regular instrument maintenance in accordance with established instructions. Identifies and troubleshoots malfunctions to ensure continuous proper and safe operations. Understands and uses troubleshooting, validation, statistical, computer, and preventive maintenance techniques to ensure proper laboratory operation. Assists peers with work assignments as appropriate. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested. Position Qualifications
Education
Graduate of a Clinical Laboratory Science program from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of post‑secondary education and work experience (as specified in the CLIA regulations for high complexity testing personnel). Experience
Clinical laboratory experience. Certification / License / Registry Requirements for the Position
Current nationally recognized certification (ASCP or equivalent). Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) – Constantly Hearing – Constantly Pushing/pulling – Occasionally Reaching – Constantly Sitting – Constantly Standing – Constantly Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling – Occasionally Talking – Constantly Walking – Constantly Near Vision – Constantly Far Vision – Occasionally Color Discrimination – Constantly Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment – Constantly Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Inside office environment – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Extreme noise levels – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Airborne communicable diseases – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Fumes or airborne particles – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Hazardous materials exposure – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Radiation exposure – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Toxic or caustic chemicals – Applicable
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