Lead Medical Lab Scientist

1 month ago


Kissimmee, United States AdventHealth Full time

Lead Medical Lab Scientist

Location: AdventHealth Kissimmee

Kissimmee: AdventHealth Kissimmee

2450 N Orange Blossom Trl, Kissimmee, FL 34744

AdventHealth Kissimmee is an 83-bed community-focused hospital

Conveniently located near Walt Disney World

The team here is dedicated to bringing mission-focused, faith-based care to residents and visitors of Osceola and Orange Counties

AdventHealth Kissimmee has recently expanded to include a new medical office building, patient tower, and new main entrance

Shift: 06:00 - 1430 Monday thru Friday with Rotating Weekends

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist performs various laboratory procedures in assigned areas as licensed/certified. Is

responsible for managing assigned selected aspects of laboratory processes or shifts, which may include workflow, quality

control process, performance improvement activities, training of new employees, advanced problem solving for customers

and coworkers, department equipment or computer maintenance and upgrades, writing/reviewing procedures, or other

tasks assigned. Work customarily involves analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens. Analytical

laboratory testing generally requires a moderate to high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in

licensed area(s). Depending on campus and department, various pre-and post-analytical work processes are included in the

work duties customarily performed; on-call hours may also be required. Follows laboratory policies and procedures;

maintains quality control practices in the Laboratory. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts

responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Assists with staff schedule preparation and workflow assignments as requested.

•Assess competencies according to Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations

•Manages quality assessment and technical oversight, problem solving, scheduling, interviewing applicants, provides

input for staff performance, oversees training and competency evaluations

•Assists the Laboratory management with special projects as assigned.

•Reads, examines, and interprets complex test results. Serves as a resource and addresses complex tests/procedures

•Manages instrument maintenance and troubleshooting practices

•Leads quality control and quality assurance testing

•Assists with data collection and special projects, as assigned

•Performs assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, which may include general and analytical

equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation; inventory control and supply stocking, specimen collection

as needed; biological specimen processing; cleaning and disinfection of selected or assigned laboratory equipment and

spaces; quality control and calibration performance; and other pre-analytical activities

•Performs all expected tests and analytical procedures for assigned department or work area efficiently and accurately,

according to established procedures, performance standards, and departmental competency standards. Participates in

proficiency testing, consistently adhering to federal and state regulations as well as Institutional policies

•Performs post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results (including highly abnormal results) in

accordance with established procedures. Provides and acts on technical and support information related to the elements of

laboratory testing for all age groups, neonatal through geriatric patients

•Provides orientation and training to new employees and medical technology students as needed, under the direction of

the lab leadership. May act as a preceptor when teaching new staff and Students when assigned. Appropriately documents

orientation and training of new employees and medical technology students.

•Provides guidance to technical and support staff, resolution to customer service issues within guidelines, and support

education to clinical staff as appropriate or requested. Facilitates workflow when necessary

•Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical

handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies. Employee

job duties may include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area;

employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include

proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment

•Participates in, and has knowledge of, laboratory and hospital Performance Improvement activities

•Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area

•Participates in the evaluation of new laboratory techniques and procedures. Assists with data collection and special

projects, as assigned. Assists in the documentation and submission of required laboratory, departmental, and staff

statistics/reports

•May perform Supervisor duties during extended absence of leadership to ensure the smooth operation of the department

or work area

•Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE STRONGLY PREFERRED:

•Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures and processes performed in department or

work area assigned

•Follows and ensures adherence of staff, to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all

applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and

results at all times

•Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision

•Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities

•Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings

•Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners and customers of varied

backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner

•Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to operate computer systems in order to maintain

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Bachelors and 2 years experience

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

REQUIRED:

•Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology, or related field

•Two years of technical experience

PREFERRED:

•Five years of technical experience

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

• Medical Laboratory Scientist

• Medical Technologist

• Medical Technologist

• Medical Technologist

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION:

Please be advised that all licenses and certifications listed are not required. If you only have one or some of those

listed, you may still be eligible for this position.

REQUIRED:

•In licensure states, Laboratory Licensure in appropriate specialty(ies) for the department or location assignment

as applicable to the state

-OR -

•In non-licensure states, must hold a national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical

Technologist such as ASCP, AAB, or AMT unless grandfathered per state requiremen

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Laboratory

Organization: AdventHealth Kissimmee

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 24027790

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.



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