Senior Medical Technologist

##### **Summary** ##### Performs laboratory testing and interprets test results using scientific knowledge and principles of test procedures and disease processes; recommends contingency testing. ##### Responsible for developing, maintaining and managing daily technical operations including staff training, implementation of instrumentation, accreditation readiness. ##### Project plans and timelines are developed with the Laboratory Manager approval. ##### Responsible for the immediate supervision and training, of laboratory staff and students in a 24/7 environment. ##### Ensures accurate orders for proficiency surveys and accurate submission of survey data. ##### Collects PI data, conducts analysis and documents progress. ##### Assist with current policies and procedures in department and ensures completion of electronic documents (RL6) according to established assignments and timelines. ##### Demonstrates fiscal responsibility. ##### Responsible for inventory and results review and any other tasks deemed necessary by management. ##### **Essential Duties and Responsibilities** ##### These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed on a daily basis; other tasks may be assigned. * ##### Assist laboratory managers with procedures and protocols * ##### Ensure that accurate information and evaluation are provided for diagnosis and treatment of diseases * ##### Provide continuous methods for identifying systematic problems inherent in area(s) of responsibility * ##### Assist with ensuring compliance with all accreditation agencies and the associated proficiency testing * ##### Train and supervise all technologists and technicians performing testing in area of responsibility, assisting the technologists and technicians with difficult procedures * ##### Act as a resource for all lab testing in area(s) of responsibility * ##### Perform unusual and/or more complicated test studies * ##### Maintain QC and QA standards and follow-up variances * ##### Assist with maintaining standards of accreditation in accordance with CAP, CLIA, AABB (Transfusion Services only), and HFAP * ##### Assist with evaluating new reagent tests and/or methodologies regularly * ##### Assist with writing and implement new/revised procedures and procedure manuals * ##### Assist with providing in-services and training to staff, nurses, and physicians regarding departmental policies, procedures, requirements, and results * ##### Perform the initial comparison studies, QC, linearity testing, and correlation for analytes and instrumentation in areas of responsibility * ##### Assist with maintaining established department policies, procedures, and objectives regarding quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control, and interpret these to staff, patients, and the public as necessary * ##### Assist with maintaining and care for all department equipment and supplies, including purchasing new supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels and storing extra materials in the proper manner * ##### Assist with maintaining the department records (patient or other), reporting and filing as required * ##### Assist manager with department readiness for accreditation inspections, data entry of survey results and clerical checks * ##### Charge technologist for department in the absence of manager or director * ##### Handles staffing issues, complaints and peer reports * ##### Sends appropriate SBAR communication when needed for communication when events occur in the laboratory that effect the workload or turnaround times * ##### Assists manager with turnaround time reports and other duties as assigned * ##### Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care ##### **Reporting Structure** ##### **Reports to:** Core Lab, Blood Bank and Microbiology Managers ##### **Supervises:** 10 - 40 Medical Technologists, Technicians, Phlebotomists, and/or Transcriptionists ##### **Qualifications** ##### To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. ##### The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. ##### Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ##### **Education** ##### Minimum Required Education: Bachelors of Science in a Medical Laboratory discipline ##### **Experience** ##### 3+ years in a hospital with at least 200+ beds and suitably related service of equal tasks, tests, and volumes in a CAP certified laboratory. ##### Preferred: previous charge or lead technologist. ##### **Certifications** ##### Applicants must be a registered Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist ##### Must have current BLS certification or obtain within 3 months