Medical Lab Scientist I, Part Time Evenings
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Medical Lab Scientist I, Part Time Evenings
Job ID: 107210
Area of Interest: Allied Health
Location: Bel Air,MD US
Hours of Work: 3:00pm – 11:30pm
Job Facility: University Of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health
Employment Type: Part Time
Shift: Evening
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD
SCHEDULE
Part Time 20 hours/wk, 3:00pm – 11:30pm
OVERVIEW
Under direct supervision, performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing. Maintains proper records and utilizes resources to generate acceptable test results. Functions effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities
1. Performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing using manual and automated processes. Complies with all regulatory agency guidelines (CLIA 88, TJC, CAP, FDA, etc.) and addresses concerns as needed.
2. Identifies and resolves analytical problems, troubleshoots equipment issues and takes corrective action in evaluating testing procedures, patient results and specimen integrity; seeks guidance when necessary.
3. Reviews and records quality control and determines the acceptability of testing, patient results, and instrument function by applying the principles of QA/QC daily.
4. Responds to clinical and customer concerns, resolves customer issues in a confidential manner, employing integrity and discretion: seeks guidance when necessary.
5. Attends mandatory education, training, and in-service meetings specific to department.
6. Performs duties as assigned related to the job description.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, basic sciences or related field required or completion of Military Laboratory Technician program.
- Experience: No experience required; one year of clinical laboratory experience preferred.
- Licensure/Certifications: ASCP or equivalent preferred.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.