ARUP Laboratories, Inc
Medical Laboratory Scientist, Lead (NYQ)/ Technologist Lead, Certified (NYQ)
ARUP Laboratories, Inc, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States,
Medical Laboratory Scientist, Lead (NYQ)/ Technologist Lead, Certified (NYQ)
Job Category:
Laboratory ScientistRequisition Number:
MEDIC019189Posted: August 7, 2024Full-TimeLocations
ARUP Main500 Chipeta WaySalt Lake City, UT 84108, USASchedule:Monday - Friday (40 hrs/wk)8:00 AM - 4:30 PMDepartment:
Immunology Core - 631Primary Purpose:
Assists the Supervisor with the direction of the daily operation of the laboratory. Assists with the coordination of workflow assignments, result review, and service standards implementation. Management duties include assisting the Supervisor with performance reviews, employee counseling, quality issue reports, and other duties as assigned. Provides technical expertise in the laboratory and performs routine and complex laboratory testing as assigned.This position is qualified to perform delegated NY supervisory duties of quality control reviews, quality assurance activities, and direct observation of competency assessments.Essential Functions:
Performs all representative activities and accountabilities as defined by the Medical Laboratory Scientist Job Description/Primary Purpose.Assists the Supervisor with the operation of the laboratory.Assists the Supervisor in directing the daily workflow assigned to the specific technical work section.Provides coverage for absence of testing personnel.Assists the Supervisor in providing a timely written schedule for all employees.May review time and attendance sheets and submits to Supervisor by the defined deadline.Enforces the ARUP time and attendance policies.Assists with interviews and recommends qualified individuals for positions within the section.Provides input for performance appraisals.Identifies staff performance issues and takes immediate corrective action as required.In conjunction with the Supervisor, assists in training, performs competency assessment, and enforces ARUP policies with new and existing staff.May lead staff meetings as assigned.Promotes continuing education and staff development activities.Assists in writing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Maintains an adequate inventory supply.Consults with the Medical Director(s) regarding technical issues when appropriate.Develops and maintains scientific and technical expertise in the given laboratory areas.Assists with problem resolution and follow up reports for proficiency testing as requested.Institutes disaster procedures, computer downtime procedures, unannounced inspections processes, and other processes as required.Receives and handles problems, performing review of pertinent information and initiating immediate corrective action as appropriate.Assists with the completion of QC/QA activities and compliance of regulatory requirements.Provides for review of patient testing results and ensures any associated quality control issues are resolved.Supports the staff during instrument and/or testing method correlation prior to anticipated implementation.Ensures changes initiatives are communicated and implemented in an orderly process.Appropriately performs internal and external proficiency testing (PT).Other duties as assigned.Physical and Other Requirements:
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.Mobility: The person in this position needs to occasionally move between work sites and inside the office.Communicate: Frequently communicate with others.PPE: Biohazard laboratory environment that requires use of personal protective equipment.Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.Fine Motor Control: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers.Vision: Having close, far, and peripheral visual acuity.Color Vision: Perception of and ability to distinguish colors.Continuing Education: Continual assessment of current literature and best practices.Qualifications
Education
Required:
Bachelor's Degree or better in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related field.Preferred:
Master's Degree or better.PhD or better.Experience
Required:
MLS (ASCP), MT(ASCP), MT (AAB), or applicable categorical ASCP or AAB certification.Doctoral degree in Clinical or Medical Laboratory Science with one (1) year of post-degree high complexity clinical diagnostic testing experience post Technologist Trainee level.Or Master's degree in Clinical or Medical Laboratory Science with two (2) years of post-degree high complexity clinical diagnostic testing experience post Technologist Trainee level.Or Bachelor's degree in Clinical or Medical Laboratory Science with four (4) years of post-degree high complexity clinical diagnostic testing experience post Technologist Trainee level.Experience must include two (2) years working under a director at the doctoral level.Preferred:
Experience demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility.Licenses & Certifications
Required:
Applicable ASCP or AAB certification.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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Job Category:
Laboratory ScientistRequisition Number:
MEDIC019189Posted: August 7, 2024Full-TimeLocations
ARUP Main500 Chipeta WaySalt Lake City, UT 84108, USASchedule:Monday - Friday (40 hrs/wk)8:00 AM - 4:30 PMDepartment:
Immunology Core - 631Primary Purpose:
Assists the Supervisor with the direction of the daily operation of the laboratory. Assists with the coordination of workflow assignments, result review, and service standards implementation. Management duties include assisting the Supervisor with performance reviews, employee counseling, quality issue reports, and other duties as assigned. Provides technical expertise in the laboratory and performs routine and complex laboratory testing as assigned.This position is qualified to perform delegated NY supervisory duties of quality control reviews, quality assurance activities, and direct observation of competency assessments.Essential Functions:
Performs all representative activities and accountabilities as defined by the Medical Laboratory Scientist Job Description/Primary Purpose.Assists the Supervisor with the operation of the laboratory.Assists the Supervisor in directing the daily workflow assigned to the specific technical work section.Provides coverage for absence of testing personnel.Assists the Supervisor in providing a timely written schedule for all employees.May review time and attendance sheets and submits to Supervisor by the defined deadline.Enforces the ARUP time and attendance policies.Assists with interviews and recommends qualified individuals for positions within the section.Provides input for performance appraisals.Identifies staff performance issues and takes immediate corrective action as required.In conjunction with the Supervisor, assists in training, performs competency assessment, and enforces ARUP policies with new and existing staff.May lead staff meetings as assigned.Promotes continuing education and staff development activities.Assists in writing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Maintains an adequate inventory supply.Consults with the Medical Director(s) regarding technical issues when appropriate.Develops and maintains scientific and technical expertise in the given laboratory areas.Assists with problem resolution and follow up reports for proficiency testing as requested.Institutes disaster procedures, computer downtime procedures, unannounced inspections processes, and other processes as required.Receives and handles problems, performing review of pertinent information and initiating immediate corrective action as appropriate.Assists with the completion of QC/QA activities and compliance of regulatory requirements.Provides for review of patient testing results and ensures any associated quality control issues are resolved.Supports the staff during instrument and/or testing method correlation prior to anticipated implementation.Ensures changes initiatives are communicated and implemented in an orderly process.Appropriately performs internal and external proficiency testing (PT).Other duties as assigned.Physical and Other Requirements:
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.Mobility: The person in this position needs to occasionally move between work sites and inside the office.Communicate: Frequently communicate with others.PPE: Biohazard laboratory environment that requires use of personal protective equipment.Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.Fine Motor Control: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers.Vision: Having close, far, and peripheral visual acuity.Color Vision: Perception of and ability to distinguish colors.Continuing Education: Continual assessment of current literature and best practices.Qualifications
Education
Required:
Bachelor's Degree or better in Medical Laboratory Sciences or related field.Preferred:
Master's Degree or better.PhD or better.Experience
Required:
MLS (ASCP), MT(ASCP), MT (AAB), or applicable categorical ASCP or AAB certification.Doctoral degree in Clinical or Medical Laboratory Science with one (1) year of post-degree high complexity clinical diagnostic testing experience post Technologist Trainee level.Or Master's degree in Clinical or Medical Laboratory Science with two (2) years of post-degree high complexity clinical diagnostic testing experience post Technologist Trainee level.Or Bachelor's degree in Clinical or Medical Laboratory Science with four (4) years of post-degree high complexity clinical diagnostic testing experience post Technologist Trainee level.Experience must include two (2) years working under a director at the doctoral level.Preferred:
Experience demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility.Licenses & Certifications
Required:
Applicable ASCP or AAB certification.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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