Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist | MLS IV | North Hospital | Full-Time | Days | BLOOD BANK

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The Medical Laboratory Scientist IV is responsible for providing day-to-day direction to Associates in the assigned area; performing, evaluating, and reporting of technical laboratory procedures on patient specimens for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Also performs multiple administrative functions in support of laboratory operations, or may function as a technical expert in a laboratory specialty area. Follows established procedures to ensure laboratory quality control and compliance with professional standards of practice. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview

The Medical Laboratory Scientist IV is responsible for providing day-to-day direction to Associates in the assigned area; performing, evaluating, and reporting of technical laboratory procedures on patient specimens for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Also performs multiple administrative functions in support of laboratory operations, or may function as a technical expert in a laboratory specialty area. Follows established procedures to ensure laboratory quality control and compliance with professional standards of practice. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What You Will Do

• Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
• Reports test results in a timely manner according to established laboratory protocols.
• Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
• Effectively manages resources such as productivity, supplies, instruments and equipment. Plans work and complete job responsibilities in an efficient and productive manner.
• Performs multiple administrative functions in support of Laboratory operations OR performs as a Technical Specialist as the expert in a complex testing area.
• Provides day-to-day direction to Laboratory associates in assigned area.
• Performs other job functions as assigned.
  
  

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Technology
• Bachelor's Degree Natural Science
• Master's Degree Laboratory Technology
  
  

Experience Qualifications

• 3-5 years Medical Technologist
• A Master’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science may substitute for one year of experience.
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated competency in routine testing in assigned Laboratory area, applies comprehensive technical knowledge to carry out more complex assignments.
• Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory information systems.
• Ability to organize tasks and projects work without close supervision to complete tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment in decision making to resolve new or unusual problems related to general or technical aspects of the job.
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• MEDICAL LABORATORY SUPERVISOR LICENSE - Tennessee Department of Health - Medical Laboratory Board
• AMT Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Medical Technologists
• Medical Technologist - American Society of Clinical Pathologists
• AAB Medical Technologist American Association of Bioanalysts
  
  

Supervision Provided by this Position

• This position provides leadership and guidance to Med Techs and MLTS – no direct supervisory responsibilities. May act as backup to manager when needed. The incumbent may observe and instruct student technologists.
  
  

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
  
  

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Medical Technology (Required), Bachelor's Degree: Natural Science, Master's Degree: Clinical Laboratory Science

Work Experience

Medical Technologist

Certifications

AAB Medical Technologist - American Association of Bioanalyst, AMT Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Medical Technologists, International Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society of Clinical Pathologists, Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society of Clinical Pathologists, MEDICAL LABORATORY SUPERVISOR LICENSE - Tennessee Department of Health - Medical Laboratory Board

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