Medical Technologist II-Molecular Microbiology

Responsible for the prompt, efficient, and accurate performance, validation, and reporting of laboratory test results which are utilized for the purpose of prognosis, diagnosis, treatment, and research. Under the direct supervision of a TN licensed Director, Manager or Supervisor, the MT II is responsible for the assigned shift as scheduled. The MT II may work under the guidance of other qualified clinical laboratory personnel. Employee must meet the qualifications as defined in CLIA requirements 42 CFR Part 493 for one or more of the following roles based on education, experience and responsibilities, performed by specific incumbent, within the job: Technical Consultant, Technical Supervisor, General Supervisor and/or Testing personnel. Department will designate and maintain records for individual specific qualifications.

"Molecular biology or Microbiology experience is preferred. 8 hour day shift (8a.m. to 4:30p.m.) or 10 hour day shift (6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) will rotate weekend/holiday coverage as needed."

Job Responsibilities:

• Accurately performs and reports laboratory tests by evaluating incoming specimens to determine if they are acceptable for testing. Reporting tests results from procedures according to procedures. Resolves equipment and testing problems. Correlates test results and takes appropriate action as needed. Performs progressive and/or confirmation testing as needed. Reviews and monitors patient data to ensure reliability. Enters and retrieves patient data correctly, utilizing the laboratory information system (LIS) and all other appropriate records while maintaining strict patient confidentiality. Promotes patient safety and reports all issues promptly to laboratory leadership.
• Performs QC and assists in Quality Program initiatives to meet standards/requirements of hospital and licensing/accreditation agencies. Performs reagent and analyzer QC and records results. Recognizes and appropriately addresses QC issues and assists others in resolving QC problems. Maintains accurate records and ensures performance of all QC procedures as required by regulatory agencies. Assists in updating procedures as assigned to reflect current practice. Collects and analyzes quality data as assigned. Participates in continual improvement activities. Complies with the standards/ requirements of hospital and licensing/ accrediting agencies.
• Troubleshoots and performs preventive maintenance procedures as assigned. Performs setup/startup of equipment and effectively troubleshoots all equipment and offers assistance to others as necessary. Performs, documents, maintains records of preventive maintenance and reports all problems to appropriate supervisory personnel.
• Onboards and trains new employees and students as assigned.
• Assist with procedure manual maintenance and writes updates to procedures as needed. Complies with all department and institutional policies.
• Participates in validation and verification of new equipment and assays. Suggests new methods or improvements to current methods to maintain standard of practice and cost-effectiveness. Participates in the development and execution of verification or validation plans. Assists with data analysis resulting from verification and validation processes.
• Assists leadership in maintaining staffing to facilitate workflow to meet established turnaround times. Proactive in improving workflow issues in the lab and adjusts daily work as needed.
• Inventories, receives and stores supplies as defined in each laboratory section. Inventories reagents and supplies on a timely basis. Reports low levels of reagents and supplies to appropriate personnel and orders supplies, as applicable. Receives and stores reagents and supplies for designated section.
• Maintains continuing education requirements as defined.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed to meet the goals and objectives of the department and the institution
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

Minimum Education and/or Training:

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or in one of the biological, chemical or physical sciences and completion of a medical laboratory technologist training program.
• Master's degree in Clinical Lab Science accepted in lieu of experience.

Minimum Experience:

• Two (2) years of medical technologist experience required. Two (2) years of relevant clinical medical laboratory technician experience may be considered for one (1) year of medical technologist experience
• No previous experience required with Master's degree in Clinical Lab Science.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by SJCRH Only:

• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS (ASCP or AMT) required within six (6) months of hire if not licensed.
• Tennessee licensure as Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Special Analyst or Categorical in assigned laboratory section preferred.
• Certification in assigned discipline as a Categorical Specialist by ASCP preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stoop, crouch, stand; walk; sit; kneel, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear
• The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, grasp, feel and reach with hands and arms
• Work may require repetitive motion for extended periods of time throughout the day
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25-50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision (color perception not required for positions in Molecular Pathology), peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to sharp/cutting implements, fumes, aerosols, biologic and chemical odors, and infectious organisms/disease requiring universal precautions and/or wearing of a respirator, as well as potential exposure to hazardous chemicals and/or radioisotopes
• The noise level in the work environmental is usually moderate
• An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job
• The employee must move about the work space to access work surface and shelves, cabinets, drawers, and equipment that are at, below or above the work surface.
• Nothing in this job description limits management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time as business needs dictate. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

Compensation

In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $26.00 - $45.50 per hour for the role of Medical Technologist II-Molecular Microbiology.

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