Medical Technologist IV

4 weeks ago

Austin, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time
Job Description:
Under minimal supervision of the Enzyme & Immunoassay (EIA) Screening Group Manager uses considerable knowledge to independently perform highly complex immunofluorometric testing including Immunoreactive trypsinogen (IRT), 17-hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP), thyroxine (T4), thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), and galactose 1-phospate uridyl transferace (Galt) analysis on high volume neonatal screening specimens. Responsible for independently performing specimen preparation, quality control and assay acceptability, data and work list evaluation, result entry, release of final results, maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment. Utilizes expert working knowledge of all procedures to independently determine, troubleshoot and release complex results ensuring that analytic accuracy is maintained. Serves as an authority and role model. Responsible for making significant decisions on the accuracy of laboratory tests on human specimens. Actively participates in the safety program. Participates in monitoring and documentation of quality assurance. Responsible for monitoring staff, training personnel and providing customer service. Duties are performed with significant latitude and with extensive use of scientific knowledge and independent judgment.

Work hours/days and laboratory assignments may vary, all staff members will be required to work on Saturday as part of a rotating schedule.
Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

EJF 1. Monitors Cystic Fibrosis (IRT), Congenital Hypothyroidism (T4 and TSH), Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), and Galactosemia analytical team activities. Ensures workflow schedules are met. Ensures that specimen testing, reporting, and other essential functions are completed without delay. Notifying supervisor immediately and initiating corrective action when issues occur. Ensures specimens that require additional IRT, T4, TSH, CAH and Galt testing result revisions are completed in a timely manner and that appropriate documentation is completed. Actively participates in monitoring and documentation of quality control review, proficiency testing, equipment performance, specimen workload tallies and supply inventory to ensure consistently acceptable quality assurance and test performance. Compiles routine reports. Participates in the update and development of Standard Operating Protocols (SOP) and training materials. (30%)
EJF 2. Evaluates and interprets highly complex data and assigns final results. Uses expert knowledge to investigate, interpret, assess, review and resolve problems with atypical results, consulting with supervisor as necessary. Reviews and releases final results using the laboratory information computer system. Cross-checks positive mailed report verifying abnormal reports are correct. Monitors that preparation of final report timelines are met including panic level fax reports to Clinical Care Coordination. (15%)
EJF 3. Performs highly complex immunofluorometric IRT, T4, TSH, CAH and Galt analysis on high volume neonatal screening specimens. Performs high volume sampling (punching) of filter paper specimens for all newborn screening tests and standards and controls for IRT, CAH, T4, TSH and Galt tests. Uses technical knowledge to determine specimen acceptability. Completes all documentation with required information. Ensures all equipment preventive maintenance is completed per schedule. Performs routine and specialized preventive maintenance of highly complex analytical equipment. Identifies problems, performs troubleshooting, adjusts as indicated, requests vendor support when needed and completes required documentation for both analytical and laboratory information system equipment. (30%)
EJF 4. Promotes workflow through cooperative interaction, reassignment of duties, and teamwork with supervisors, co-workers, and internal and external customers. Based on your work area, consistently comply with DSHS Laboratory, local, state and federal guidelines to ensure a safe functioning laboratory. Actively participates in monitoring and documentation of competency. Participates in interviewing and selection of employees. Actively participates and/or serves in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. Performs other duties as assigned. (15%)
EJF 5. Trains EIA staff on IRT, T4, TSH, CAH and Galt analytic assays, result interpretation and equipment maintenance. Assists with staff competencies. Conducts training and tours for external customers and students. (10%)
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
List the knowledge, skills, and abilities critical to performance in this position:

•Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory, clinical chemistry, quality control, quality assurance, immunofluorometric principles, techniques, and terminology.
•Knowledge of laboratory safety including sample-handling techniques.
•Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
•Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
•Ability to interact effectively with staff.
•Ability to work in harmony with other team members.
•Ability to work as part of a team adhering to structured deadlines for completion of critical laboratory procedures that are performed in high volume.
•Ability to lead co-workers by setting a positive work-ethic example.
•Ability to follow standard operating procedures and protocols accurately.
•Ability to keep accurate, detailed records.
•Ability to use aseptic techniques when working with infectious material.
•Ability to complete tasks without close supervision and use mature judgment in test interpretation.
•Ability to prioritize and organize detailed tasks to maintain required section timeframes.
•Ability to recognize and solve work area problems.
•Ability to use, maintain and troubleshoot work area instruments and automated testing equipment.
•Ability to teach work area procedures to co-workers and guests.
•Ability to prepare diagnostic (analytical) reagents and/or controls accurately.
•Ability to plan, assign, direct and monitor the work of others.
•Ability to work independently and make technical decisions based on professional knowledge and experience.
•Ability to use a computer for word processing, spreadsheet and database analysis, and results reporting.
•Skill to manipulate standard laboratory equipment with speed, accuracy and safety.

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