ARUP Laboratories, Inc
Medical Laboratory Scientist, Lead /Technologist Lead, Certified
ARUP Laboratories, Inc, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States,
Medical Laboratory Scientist, Lead /Technologist Lead, Certified
Job Category:
Laboratory ScientistRequisition Number:
MEDIC019378Posted:
August 19, 2024Employment Type:
Full-TimeLocations
ARUP Main500 Chipeta WaySalt Lake City, UT 84108, USASchedule
Monday - Friday (40 hrs/wk)8:00 AM - 4:30 PMDepartment:
Biochemical Genetics - 892Primary 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. Performs routine and complex laboratory testing as assigned. In general, this position spends 50% or more of their time performing laboratory testing.This position is not qualified for delegation of supervisory duties for NY testing areas.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.Directs the daily workflow of the specific technical work section as assigned by the Supervisor.Provides a timely written schedule for all employees.May review and approve employee’s time clock.Enforces the ARUP time and attendance policies.Assists with interviews and recommends qualified individuals for positions within the section.Provides input for performance appraisals and under the direction of the Supervisor may write and present 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.Leads staff meetings as assigned.Conducts one-on-one meetings with the staff as appropriate.In conjunction with the Supervisor and Education Coordinator, promotes continuing education and staff development activities.Writes and updates 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.Assists in continued instrument and/or testing method troubleshooting of tests as needed.Institutes disaster procedures, computer downtime procedures, unannounced inspections processes, and other processes as required.Receives and handles problems. Performs review of pertinent information and initiates immediate corrective action as appropriate.Assists with the completion of QC/QA activities and assists in the compliance of regulatory requirements.Provides for review of patient testing results. 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 to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.PPE: Biohazard laboratory environment that requires use of personal protective equipment in accordance with CDC and OSHA regulations and company policies.Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.Vision: Having close, far, and peripheral visual acuity to perform a variety of tasks.Color Vision: Perception of and ability to distinguish colors.Fine Motor Control: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers.Continuing Education: Continual assessment of current literature and best practices.Qualifications
Education
Required:
Bachelor's Degree or better in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or related field.Experience
Required:
MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), or MT (AAB) or applicable categorical ASCP or AAB certification (e.g., C(ASCP), M(ASCP), MB(ASCP). Four years high complexity clinical diagnostic testing.Preferred:
Experience demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility.Licenses & Certifications
Required:
Applicable ASCP or AABEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Job Category:
Laboratory ScientistRequisition Number:
MEDIC019378Posted:
August 19, 2024Employment Type:
Full-TimeLocations
ARUP Main500 Chipeta WaySalt Lake City, UT 84108, USASchedule
Monday - Friday (40 hrs/wk)8:00 AM - 4:30 PMDepartment:
Biochemical Genetics - 892Primary 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. Performs routine and complex laboratory testing as assigned. In general, this position spends 50% or more of their time performing laboratory testing.This position is not qualified for delegation of supervisory duties for NY testing areas.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.Directs the daily workflow of the specific technical work section as assigned by the Supervisor.Provides a timely written schedule for all employees.May review and approve employee’s time clock.Enforces the ARUP time and attendance policies.Assists with interviews and recommends qualified individuals for positions within the section.Provides input for performance appraisals and under the direction of the Supervisor may write and present 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.Leads staff meetings as assigned.Conducts one-on-one meetings with the staff as appropriate.In conjunction with the Supervisor and Education Coordinator, promotes continuing education and staff development activities.Writes and updates 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.Assists in continued instrument and/or testing method troubleshooting of tests as needed.Institutes disaster procedures, computer downtime procedures, unannounced inspections processes, and other processes as required.Receives and handles problems. Performs review of pertinent information and initiates immediate corrective action as appropriate.Assists with the completion of QC/QA activities and assists in the compliance of regulatory requirements.Provides for review of patient testing results. 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 to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.PPE: Biohazard laboratory environment that requires use of personal protective equipment in accordance with CDC and OSHA regulations and company policies.Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.Vision: Having close, far, and peripheral visual acuity to perform a variety of tasks.Color Vision: Perception of and ability to distinguish colors.Fine Motor Control: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers.Continuing Education: Continual assessment of current literature and best practices.Qualifications
Education
Required:
Bachelor's Degree or better in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or related field.Experience
Required:
MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), or MT (AAB) or applicable categorical ASCP or AAB certification (e.g., C(ASCP), M(ASCP), MB(ASCP). Four years high complexity clinical diagnostic testing.Preferred:
Experience demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility.Licenses & Certifications
Required:
Applicable ASCP or AABEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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