Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist Technical Lead

4 weeks ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Fairview Health Services Full time

Overview

M Health Fairview is looking for a Day Shift Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist for the Blood Bank (transfusion medicine) at the University of Minnesota Medical Center. Typical hours are 7:00am-3:30pm (8 hour shifts). Weekend rotation as needed

  • We offer competitive Benefits ), including Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement.

University of Minnesota Medical Center (UMMC) Blood Bank is an engaging work environment focused on patient safety and experience. We are committed to supporting your career growth, honoring your strengths, and empowering you to make a difference in the lives of others. There are two primary locations of our laboratory, at UMMC East Bank and UMMC West Bank. Our team specializes in transfusion medicine for numerous patient populations, including adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. The UMMC Blood Bank provides blood components for transfusion and performs routine and complex immunohematology testing, including antibody identification, titers, and elutions. Our team consists of about 45 employees.

Interview Process

We may send you a link to complete a video interview. This is an outstanding way to showcase who you are and why you want to work for us plus we have the ability to share it directly with our leaders

Responsibilities Job Description

The Med Lab Scientist/Med Technologist (MLS/MT) Technical Lead functions independently in performing all major work responsibilities of professional laboratory practice. A MLS/MT Technical Lead performs a wide variety of complex diagnostic and therapeutic testing, and acts as a resource for problem resolution and interpretation of results. The MLS/MT Technical Lead may be responsible for method development research, instrument correlation, and method validation. The MLS/MT Technical Lead correlates data based on clinical knowledge, technical expertise, and other conditions affecting test results. The MLS/MT Technical Lead participates in laboratory performance improvement activities. The MLS/MT Technical Lead collaborates with the customers of the laboratory to promote appropriate use of laboratory resources. In the absence of a supervisor, a MLS/MT Technical Lead may direct work flow in the daily operation of a laboratory section and provide direction and problem solving skills for laboratory functions.

Job Expectations include:

Follows established guidelines to obtain specimens and prioritize work.

Performs a wide variety of complex diagnostic and therapeutic testing.

Recognizes problems and takes appropriate measures to resolve them.

Evaluates testing results for accuracy and appropriate intervention.

Demonstrates understanding of and commitment to Laboratory Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement and Laboratory Compliance Programs

Orients and mentors new employees and students.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related laboratory field including the related lab practicum or equivalent routes as specified in CLIA'88. (Preferred BS in Clinical Laboratory Science/or Medical Technology.)

Experience

  • 2 years' experience as a Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Technologist (MLS/MT) working in Blood Bank.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Leadership experience within the Clinical Laboratory

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

EEO Statement

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status



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