Med Tech Register - Microbiology Section Lead
On-siteSedalia, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Conduct day-to-day operations for the microbiology section, including point-of-care testing, while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Operate laboratory equipment across chemistry, blood bank, hematology, and other disciplines, performing maintenance, calibration, and quality control as required. Review and revise policies and procedures, participate in proficiency and competency testing, and assist in staff training and new technology implementation. Handle biohazardous materials using appropriate safety devices and PPE. Maintain technical competency in all clinical laboratory areas and support departmental mission and strategic initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors of Science Degree including completion of an approved Clinical Laboratory Science program
- MT (ASCP) or equivalent
- Must be able to meet job requirements for phlebotomist
- Technically competent in all areas of the clinical laboratory
- Able to apply, perform, and implement trained laboratory procedures
- Able to perform each trained test method, use instruments as instructed, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration procedures related to each test performed
- A working knowledge of reagent stability and storage
- Apply quality control policies and procedures of the laboratory
- An awareness of the factors that influence test results
- Able to assess and verify the validity of patient test results through the evaluation of quality control sample values prior to reporting patient test results
- Possesses and displays a strong knowledge and understanding of the standards of practice for their position including, if and when applicable, commensurate computer skills; population specific and general competencies; organizational skills, time and project management
- Ability to communicate effectively and simply with every customer and co-worker
- Ability to display a positive, courteous and friendly attitude toward all contacts
- Ability to build good relationships with others based upon a sustained effort of mutual support toward common goals
- Ability to exercise good judgment, reasoning and concentration to detail and to take personal accountability for all actions in carrying out job duties
- Is customer focused and committed to Quality and Process Improvement with a strong desire to provide service excellence
- Possesses a vigorous and enthusiastic desire to learn and to grow both personally and professionally, and to improve one's skills in order to deliver the best possible care for our customers
- Will use applicable safety devices and/or PPE's when handling and testing biohazardous materials
Desired Qualifications
- Three to five years' experience preferred within a subsection of the laboratory
- One to three years' leadership experience preferred
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