Medical Technologist Lead Eve

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Summary:

Supports the Technical Specialist in the performance of tasks that enhance the operations of the section and performs the duties of the Technical Specialist in his/her absence.

• Performs the duties of a Medical Technologist 2.
• Assists Technical Specialist with the implementation of new procedures and policies & monitors to assure a safe environment for employees & increase customer satisfaction.
• Collaborates with the Technical Specialist in coordinating the proficiency testing program to ensure that all testing is registered, analyzed, reviewed and submitted to meet established deadlines.
• Assists Technical Specialist to ensure compliance with all regulatory agency requirements and all Hospital & Laboratory Compliance policies & procedures.
• Assists Technical Specialist with assessing staff annual competency and provides input for annual performance review.
• Assists with daily bench assignments and oversight of the QC program.
• Communicates events as they occur and completes necessary documentation for appropriate follow-up.
• Recommends system changes to increase efficiency and accuracy of workflow & ensure daily operational efficiencies.
• Performs test and/or system validations under the supervision of the Technical Specialist and Medical Director.
• Helps to maintain the section in a constant state of inspection readiness and participates in regulatory inspections as needed.
• Promotes teamwork among staff members and fosters positive employee morale & is compliant with Hospital policy & regulatory requirements.
• Performs the duties of the Technical Specialist in her/his absence.
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's Level DGRE

• Required:
  
  Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum Experience:
  
  three to five years current experience.
• Desired:
  American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) preferred or eligible.

• Manual: significant manual skills/motor coordination & finger dexterity.
• Occupational:
  Some occupational risk.
• Physical Effort:
  Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force.
• Physical Environment:
  Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company:
Danbury Hospital

Org Unit: 127

Department:
Core Lab

Exempt:
No

Salary Range: $36.53 - $67.90 Hourly