Medical Lab Scientist ; Blood Bank - Banner Desert; Day Shift Job Mesa area,Arizona USA,Healthcare

Position: Medical Lab Scientist I (Blood Bank) - Banner Desert (Day Shift)

Primary City/State:

Mesa, Arizona

Department Name:

Blood Svcs-BDMC

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Lab

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POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for a high level of technical knowledge and application of that knowledge to department testing, clinical relevance, and complex problem-solving skills. The role serves as a department resource and is responsible for assisting with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). It may also be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of biological specimens into the laboratory.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

CORE FUNCTIONS

Testing and Maintenance: Performs testing accurately and timely according to established policies and performance standards. Responsible for startup, calibration, and accuracy of procedures and instrumentation. Actively participates in problem-solving activities within the department, using advanced level decision-making skills. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of all computer systems used in the department and of theory and clinical relevance testing. Assists in ensuring compliance with accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements and may assume lead responsibility in absence of on-site departmental leadership personnel.

Quality Assurance: Recognizes, ensures validity, and assists in monitoring abnormal patient and/or QC results. Ensures accuracy of test results and documents occurrences that deviate from defined procedures. Participates in department and LSA/SQL System process improvement and quality assurance activities, including monitoring department indicators of productivity and quality.

Inventory & Finance: Monitors and controls inventory and assists in providing financial data for the department. Active participation in process improvements in financial performance to decrease costs, improve productivity, and improve service.

Training & Development: Participates in department/System projects, actively trains department employees, and contributes to at least one committee or special project identified with department management. Assists with new employee orientation, training, and competency assessment (subject to CAP minimum qualifications).

Customer Service & Communication: Acts as a department resource by providing educational information to internal and external customers. Demonstrates advanced verbal and written communication skills, attends staff meetings, and promotes a constructive learning environment.

Sample Processing: May process and/or prepare patient samples, including specimen collection, general laboratory specimen processing, and referral laboratory processing, ensuring correct patient and specimen identification and integrity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science/medical technology OR

Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility) AND EITHER

Certification (MLS or categorical) OR a certificate of completion/letter of attestation on school letterhead documenting completion of any categorical or combination of categoricals from an accredited Medical Laboratory Science program.

Individuals working in the state of Nevada or California must maintain certification throughout their time in position.
Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency.
For certain specialty disciplines (Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available, a bachelor's degree with one year of experience in that discipline is required.
Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

MLS/MT or categorical certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB).
Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and medical terminology.
Previous experience with phlebotomy and processing.
Additional related education and/or experience.

EEO Statement

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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