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Dartmouth Health Medical Laboratory Scientist V - Lab-Blood Bank in Lebanon, New Hampshire
Overview
Sign-On/Retention incentives: up to $8000*
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics is home to the largest laboratory in NH, providing Pathology and Clinical Laboratory services to DHMC & Clinics physician practices, Dartmouth Health system member hospitals, and independent practices and hospitals throughout NH and VT. The department is a leader in process improvement (LEAN/Six Sigma), which has led to a renovated space designed to improve workflow efficiency. With a slogan of ‘Investigate, innovate and validate,’ our lab is:
A high-volume lab with cutting-edge technology and automation
A culture that encourages collaboration and teamwork for future innovation.
TheMedical Laboratory Scientist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist Vindependently performs various diagnostic laboratory tests in the Clinical Laboratory to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. They use their knowledge and skill set to oversee laboratory functions, including quality control, maintenance, training, and other required tasks.
This is a 40-hour per week, benefitted, day-shift position. This position is required to work rotating weekends and holidays.
We are offering an $8000 sign-on/retention bonus for this position. *The bonus is available for external hires only, and certain conditions apply.
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Responsibilities
Demonstrates the knowledge, skills and ability to perform a variety of laboratory tests in a timely manner yielding accurate and precise results with a low error rate. Assists Medical director and Lab manager / supervisor in test selection and implementation.
Ability to appropriately troubleshoot and take remedial actions to resolve issues and problems independently. Ensures that patient results are not reported until systems are functioning properly. Clearly communicates resolutions or next steps to section/lab leadership and the team.
Possesses advanced knowledge, skills and theory to perform job duties in the clinical laboratory. Establishes or verifies test performance specifications. Is able to assist others in learning techniques and theory. Develops training and teaching programs for area(s) of oversight.
Has primary oversight and evaluation responsibility for quality control and instrument function checks using established quality control practices to assess the functioning of the test system(s). Identifies when a QC problem exists and is able to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner. Is able to establish a quality control program, execute this plan within regulatory requirements and monitor test performance. Can clearly communicate the steps taken to correct issues and help others understand the process.
Operates and maintains laboratory equipment according to established laboratory procedures and/or manufacturers recommendations, including maintaining supplies. Identifies when sample, instrument, and/or procedural problems exists and takes appropriate actions to remedy the issue, prevent reoccurrence, and investigate replacement solutions or methods when necessary.
Is able to appropriately troubleshoot problems and communicate resolutions or next steps.
Orients and trains new laboratory staff. Trains bench personnel when new procedures or systems are put into routine use. Trains MLS or MLT/CLT students in bench procedures, basic theory, and advanced skills. Develops teaching and training tools and identifies training needs for new students and employees as well as existing team members. Develops competency tools and assesses competency of the lab staff for waived, moderate and high complexity testing.
Actively participates in the D-HH member’s laboratory's continuing education program.
Demonstrates knowledge of and acts in accordance with all hospital safety requirements
Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelors of Science Degree or the equivalent in education & Clinical Laboratory experience.
3-5 years of clinical lab experience required
Ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines and manage changing volumes. Basic knowledge of computer software systems.
Required Licensure/Certifications
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) OR Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) OR Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT-AMT) OR International Technologist in Blood Banking (BB-ASCP) OR International Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB-ASCP) within 365 days
Area of Interest:Allied Health
FTE/Hours per pay period:1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
Shift:Day
Job ID:30801
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. We do not exclude or treat people differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.