What are the responsibilities and job description for the LEAD MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST position at AdventHealth Ocala?
LOCAL CANDIDATES HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!
THIS POSITION WORKS PRIMARILY OUT OF ADVENTHEALTH TIMBERRIDGE ER
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family :
Paid Days Off from Day One
Student Loan Repayment Program
Career Development
Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Our promise to you :
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule : Full Time
Shift : Days
Location : 9521 SW Highway 200, Ocala, FL. 34481
The community youll be caring for : AdventHealth TimberRidge
The role youll contribute :
The Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist performs various laboratory procedures in assigned areas as licensed / certified. Is responsible for managing assigned selected aspects of laboratory processes or shifts, which may include workflow, quality control process, performance improvement activities, training of new employees, advanced problem solving for customers and coworkers, department equipment or computer maintenance and upgrades, writing / reviewing procedures, or other tasks assigned. Work customarily involves analytical testing of blood and / or human biological specimens. Analytical laboratory testing generally requires a moderate to high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in licensed area(s). Depending on campus and department, various pre-and post-analytical work processes are included in the work duties customarily performed; on-call hours may also be required. Follows laboratory policies and procedures; maintains quality control practices in the Laboratory. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
The value youll bring to the team :
Assists with staff schedule preparation and workflow assignments as requested.
Assess competencies according to Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations.
Manages quality assessment and technical oversight, problem solving, scheduling, interviewing applicants, provides input for staff performance, oversees training and competency evaluations.
Assists the Laboratory management with special projects as assigned.
Reads, examines, and interprets complex test results. Serves as a resource and addresses complex tests / procedures.
Qualifications
The expertise and experiences youll need to succeed :
Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology, or related field.
Two years of technical experience.
Medical Laboratory Scientist.
Medical Technologist.
In licensure states, Laboratory Licensure in appropriate specialty(ies) for the department or location assignment as applicable to the state -OR - In non-licensure states, must hold a national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist such as ASCP, AAB, or AMT unless grandfathered per state requirement.
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category : Laboratory
Organization : AdventHealth Ocala
Schedule : Full-time
Shift : 1 - Day
Req ID : 24026045
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability / handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
