Clinical Laboratory Chemist III Job Austin area,Texas USA,Healthcare

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Functional

Title:

Clinical Laboratory Chemist III

Agency: Dept of State Health Services

Department: NBS/Med Scrning QI/Test Supp

Posting Number: 3606

Closing Date: 03/26/2025

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-21

Salary Range: $5,434.39 - $6,249.55

Shift: Day

Telework: Not Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 5%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (DBGL)

Job Description:

Under limited supervision of the Metabolic Screening Branch Manager and the Second-Tier Mass Spectrometry Screening Team Lead, independently performs highly complex tandem mass spectrometry (MS/MS) and liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry analysis on newborn screening dried blood specimens. Responsible for monitoring and independently performing specimen preparation, analysis, review of quality control, determination of assay acceptability, data evaluation, result entry, maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment, proper record keeping, and training personnel.

Responsible for making significant decisions on the accuracy of laboratory tests on human specimens. Independently determines and releases complex results based on Standard Operating Protocols. Actively participates in the safety program.

Essential Job Functions:

Performs highly complex MS/MS and LC-MS/MS analysis on newborn screening specimens adhering to standard operating protocols. Performs sample extraction and preparation of internal standards and test solutions. Assists with training Branch staff to complete technical procedures. Monitors and completes proper record keeping and documentation involved with analytical testing and specimen flow. (30%)

Evaluates and interprets highly complex data. Identifies problems with atypical test results consulting with Team Lead or Manager and ensuring final result is captured and reported. Reviews and releases final results. Uses Newborn Screening laboratory information management system. Completes and maintains proper record keeping and documentation involved with data evaluation and interpretation. (25%)

Performs routine and specialized preventive maintenance of highly complex equipment. Identifies equipment problems, performs troubleshooting and makes routine adjustments as indicated. Performs instrument tuning and post maintenance checks. Monitors and performs calibration verifications of liquid handling and other equipment on a scheduled basis. Completes logs, checklists, and other record keeping documentation associated with equipment maintenance and instrument performance. (20%)

Performs sampling of filter paper specimens, standards, and controls for newborn screening tests adhering to standard operating protocols. Uses technical knowledge to determine specimen acceptability. Prepares dried blood spot control and calibration material. Preserves samples and standards according to standard operating protocol. (10%)

Promotes workflow through cooperative interaction, reassignment of duties, and teamwork with supervisor, co-workers, and internal and external customers. Initiates and delivers rapid communication of abnormal test results to Clinical Care Coordination staff for same day follow-up. Recognizes delays in completion of specimen testing, result reporting, and other essential functions and notifies the team lead or Branch Manager immediately. Manages assigned work to meet specimen testing, reporting, and other essential functions in a timely manner.

Conducts training and tours as assigned. (5%)

Actively participates in quality control review, proficiency testing, equipment performance documentation, specimen workload tallies, and supply inventory to ensure consistently acceptable quality assurance and test performance. Assists in developing procedures for processing specimens…