Lead Medical Technologist Microbiology

3 days ago


Columbia, South Carolina, United States Department Of Veterans Affairs Full time
Summary

The position is that of a Lead Medical Technologist for the Microbiology Section within Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Service for the Columbia VA Healthcare System.

The incumbent facilitates team or unit processes by working in collaboration with team members to ensure that tasks, priorities, goals and achievements are coordinated with management.

Incumbent is responsible for all technical aspects of operation in the Microbiology Section.

Duties

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30, 2024 or until filled. Qualified applicants will be considered and referred as vacancies become available.

The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be December 28, 2023, with subsequent cut-off date for referral on the 1st and 15th of each month.

May close without prior notification.

Duties includes:
Implements and coordinates a quality assurance program for the Microbiology Section.

Assures compliance with quality control and proficiency testing programs, as well as with the The Joint Commission (TJC) and VHA regulatory requirements.


Assures that adequate equipment and reagents are maintained for daily testing in Microbiology to ensure appropriate patient care is provided at all times.


Assists with the choice of appropriate test methods and instrumentation based on the needs of the patient population and the clinical providers.

Helps with the monitoring of moderately and highly complex test performance.


Assists with the development and updating of Microbiology policies/procedures to make sure they are current, and ensures testing personnel are aware of new or changed procedures.


Ensures that proper maintenance and operation of the Microbiology equipment is performed and documented according to established policies and procedures.

Maintains an adequate inventory of consumables so that shortages do not occur during emergency situations.

Assists with documentation of adequate training and competency of personnel who work in the Microbiology Section on any shift.


Serves as clinical instructor for Georgia Southern University Medical Technology Fast-Track students, for Midlands Technical College Medical Laboratory Technician students and other individuals who may rotate through the Microbiology Section.

The department supervisor provides only general assignment parameters, deadlines and priorities, and review of work product.

The Lead Technologist independently plans and carries out the procedures necessary to complete the work assignment and handles problems and corrects errors in accordance with established protocols or accepted laboratory practices.

Works under the direction of the Microbiology Supervisor, the Laboratory Manager/ Chief Medical Technologist and the Chief, P&LM. Plans work and makes decisions within the framework of the major duties without specific direction from the Microbiology Supervisor. Resolves most technical problems. Helps to coordinate and implement approved testing with laboratory and non-laboratory staff. Prioritizes projects and sets deadlines to meet the mission of the Service and the Healthcare System

Completed work is reviewed for effectiveness in meeting accreditation and regulatory agency requirements and overall management objectives.

Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:

a.

Knowledge of medical technology applicable to a wide range of duties to solve complex problems involving diverse aspects of clinical laboratory practice.

b.

Knowledge of regulatory, licensing and accrediting agency requirements and statutes governing clinical laboratory operations in order to plan, implement or monitor laboratory programs and services.

c. Ability to manage and coordinate daily work activities and assignments in a section.

d. Skill to maintain, troubleshoot and repair laboratory instrumentation.

e.

Ability to provide technical oversight in order to manage personnel and work assignments in a manner that assures completion of the laboratory workload.

Lead Medical Technologist. Facilitates team or unit processes by working in collaboration with team members to ensure that tasks, priorities, goals and achievements are coordinated with management. Responsible for all aspects of operation in their area of specialty including preparation and maintenance of records and reports, analysis of testing methodologies, training, instrumentation and compliance.

Customer Service: Meets the needs of customers while supporting VA missions. Consistently communicates and treats customers (veterans, their representatives, visitors, and all VA staff) in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner. Provides the customer with consistent information according to established policies and procedures. Handles conflict and problems in dealing with the customer constructively and appropriately.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday; 08:00am-:4:30pm; with rotating weekends and holiday; subject to change to meet the needs of the agency.


Telework:
Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #:

FS
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

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