Category:

Lab

City:

Jackson

State:

Tennessee

Shift:

12 - Day (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

Responsible for performing and reporting assigned laboratory tests in a prompt, efficient, and accurate manner in an assigned area of the laboratory. Must possess Clinical Lab Science degree certified by ASCP or equivalent as a Technologist. Under the direct supervision of the manager, supervisor or coordinator responsible for the assigned shift as scheduled. Incumbents are subject to overtime and call back by the department as designated by the hospital.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Performs and determines the accuracy of routine and special laboratory tests in designated sections of the laboratory.Evaluates and reports test results as instructed by test procedure or section procedure.Performs, calculates, analyzes, interprets, and record valid results.Identifies problems that may affect test performance or test results and takes immediate corrective action. Reports problems to supervisory personnel and assists in resolving them.Prepare reagents, quality control, and calibrators according to established criteria and evaluate results of quality control and implements corrective acion when indicated.Operates, calibrates, conducts performance checks, and maintains any clinical laboratory instrument or equipment.Document and maintains records or preventive maintenance, and troubleshoots and takes appropriate steps to resolve malfunctions on assigned instruments.Assists in evaluating new instruments and in establishing maintenance protocols with approval of supervisor and pathologist.Assists in reviewing and writing policies, procedures, and preventive maintenance manuals assigned by supervisor and keeping them current.Inventories, recommends and submits orders, receives and stores supplies for assigned area.Instructs students and assists in orientation and evaluation of new personnel as assigned.Obtains specimens from patients for laboratory procedures.Contributes to the positive work climate and overall team effort of the department.Pour-over and transport hazardous flammable waste (alcohols, xylene, and stains) to the hazardous waste drum collection area on the lab dock as needed (RCRA Hazardous Waste Management for Generators Certification required).Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science from a NACCLS approved program or equivalent.

LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION:

MT/CLS (ASCP) or equivalent.Must obtain TN State License within six months of hire date.Maintain State of TN licensure by completing continuing education as required by State of not less than 12 CE hours annually.

EXPERIENCE:

Personnel should possess a level of knowledge through education, training, and or experience to perform technical duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

 Knowledge of hospital and departmental policies and procedures normally acquired by 3 months to one year of on-the-job training and orientation.

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.