LEAD LAB TECHNOLOGIST - MICROBIOLOGY

$10,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE

• Job Summary/Overall Objectives

  This position assists the Laboratory Supervisor by monitoring the work of technical and ancillary employees. The Lead Medical Technologist assists in test development, gathering data for management reports and regularly performs the duties of a Medical Technologist, including the accurate performance of routine and advanced testing. Assures compliance with the Independence Health mission and values for providing service excellence.

   

  Essential Job Functions

  • Acts as a liaison for staff to Laboratory leadership as needed. May assist in charge duties in absence of supervisor for lab process & procedures, with staff oversight.
  • Evaluates problems in the absence of the Supervisor and assists with solving those that are possible.
  • Communicates problems with the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager or Director as appropriate.
  • Assists supervisory personnel in the observation and documentation of laboratory staff competency. Completes all assigned duties within the required time frame.
  • All duties of a Medical Technologist Ensures that instrument maintenance and/or function checks are performed and documented accurately, according to procedure.
  • Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions and informs the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager or Director of problems.
  • Reviews QC logs. Documents and brings to the attention of the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager or Director any errors, omissions or discrepancies in QC.
  • Compiles QA data and prepares reports as directed by the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager or Director. Monitors proficiency testing activity and assists the Director with evaluation of results and documentation of responses to deficiencies.
  • Assists the Laboratory Supervisor or Manager with staff scheduling as directed and assists with monitoring attendance.
  • Interacts professionally with other departments.
  • Represents the Laboratory on Hospital committees as needed.
  • Adheres to abnormal and/or critical results reporting policy and turn-around-time policy.
  • Participates in and monitors quality assurance indicators.
  • Adheres to the compliance policy and serves as a resource for staff questions.
  • Adheres to all safety policies as outlined in the Laboratory Safety Manual.
  • Demonstrates awareness of appropriate inventory levels in all relevant sections of the laboratory. Takes action to prevent supply shortages or overages. Performs purchasing of supplies in the absence of the Laboratory Supervisor or Manager as directed.
  • New procedures are mastered within established time frames. Demonstrates awareness of changes in procedures and protocols.
  • Assist with orientation and training assignments in an organized, thorough manner.
  • Serves as a resource to other employees by sharing knowledge of procedures or testing outcomes when consulted.
  • Assist with developing, performing and/or evaluating special projects.
  • Performs test evaluations and validations of new procedures and/or reagent systems.
  • Assist with formulate, author and/or revise procedures according to CLSI guidelines.
  • Assist in preparing and delivering student lectures and bench instruction where relevant.
  • Other duties as assigned.

   

  Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]

  Required Qualifications/Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology OR;
  • Associate degree from an accredited institution in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology OR;
  • Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined by CLIA 88 for individuals performing high complexity testing.
  • Specialty Training completed within three (3) months of hire/transfer into role.
  • Three (3) years as Medical Technologist experience, including one year in the host laboratory, preferred.
  • Knowledge of Medical terminology and laboratory information system.
  • Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
  • Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

   

  Preferred Qualifications/Experience

  • None preferred.

   

  License, Certification & Clearances

  • ASCP Certification.
  • Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system.
  • Valid Driver’s License.

  
  Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

  • Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
  • Travel may be expected locally between System locations.

   

  Equal Employment Opportunity

   

  Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

   

  Disclaimer

   

  This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

  Work Environment

  Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

  When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential – Absolute Necessity. Marginal – Minimal Necessity. Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.	Physical Condition	Essential	Marginal	Constantly	Frequently	Occasionally	Rarely	Never
  Extreme Heat
  Extreme Cold
  Heights
  Confined Spaces
  Extreme Noise(>85dB)
  Mechanical Hazards
  Use of Vibrating Tools
  Operates Vehicle (company)
  Operates Heavy Equipment
  Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
  Rotates All Shifts
  8 Hours Shifts
  10-12 Hours Shifts
  On-Call
  Overtime( 8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)
  Travel Between Sites
  Direct Patient Care
  Respirator Protective Equipment
  Eye Protection
  Head Protection (hard hat)
  Hearing Protection
  Hand Protection
  Feet, Toe Protection
  Body Protection
  Latex Exposure
  Solvent Exposure
  Paint (direct use) Exposure
  Dust (sanding) Exposure
  Ethylene Oxide Exposure
  Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
  Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
  Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
  Mist Exposure
  Wax Stripper (direct use)
  Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
  Ionizing Radiation Exposure
  Laser Exposure

   

  Physical Demands

  When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential – Absolute Necessity. Marginal – Minimal Necessity. Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.	Physical Condition	Essential	Marginal	Constantly	Frequently	Occasionally	Rarely	Never
  Bending (Stooping)
  Sitting
  Walking
  Climbing Stairs
  Climbing Ladders
  Standing
  Kneeling
  Squatting (Crouching)
  Twisting/Turning
  Keyboard/Computer Operation
  Gross Grasp
  Fine Finger Manipulation
  Hand/Arm Coordination
  Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
  Carry
  Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
  Seeing Near w/Acuity
  Feeling (Sensation)
  Color Vision
  Hearing Clearly
  Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
  Reaching Above Shoulder Level
  Reaching Forward
  Lifting Floor to Knuckle	###
  Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle	###
  Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder	###
  Lifting Shoulder to Overhead	###

  When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.