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Vanderbilt Health

Medical Lab Scientist 2 PRN

Vanderbilt Health, Nashville, Tennessee, United States,


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Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of diverse individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your diversity of culture, thinking, learning, and leading is sought and celebrated.Organization:

Core Lab - 2nd ShiftJob Summary:Performs routine clinical pathology testing and instrument management of laboratory services under guidance. Responsible to accurately record results and assure timely delivery of results. Has the authority, responsibility, and accountability for the accurate performance of laboratory test methodologies. These tests are used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and the evaluation of the patient's response to treatment. Applies clinical knowledge to achieve accurate clinical test results which leads to quality patient care outcomes.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESProvides patient-focused care in a clinical setting through the accurate performance of routine and complex tests through the pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic stages.Performs qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures, including reagent preparation and appropriate quality control, according to required protocols, with precision and accuracy in a timely and efficient manner.Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships as well as physiological conditions affecting test results.The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.TECHNICAL CAPABILITIESQuality Assurance (Novice):

Has provided continuous analysis and evaluation of assignment work processes, constantly striving for improvement in the way tasks and activities are accomplished by questioning their value to the process and contributing creative solutions.Data Analysis (Novice):

Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate data analysis in practical data analysis applications of moderate difficulty.Equipment Maintenance (Novice):

Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate the ability to maintain equipment, products, or systems in practical applications of moderate difficulty.Diagnostic Testing (Novice):

Demonstrates proficiency of diagnostic testing in practical applications.Mentoring & Coaching (Novice):

Constructively trains and mentors others by providing positive direction and feedback.Core Accountabilities:Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance.Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment.Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area.Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.Position Qualifications:Responsibilities:Certifications:LIC-Medical Laboratory Act - Tennessee, Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), Medical Technologist - American Medical Technologists (AMT)Work Experience:Relevant Work ExperienceExperience Level:Less than 1 yearEducation:Bachelor'sVanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled

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