Medical Lab Scientist Specialist - Hematology/Coagulation and Urinalysis
Company: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital
Location: Sugar Land
Posted on: September 26, 2024
Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the Medical Laboratory Scientist
Specialist position is responsible for performing both routine and
complex analyses at a subject matter expert level, which
necessitates knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, and
equipment and their interrelationship. This position exercises good
judgment by using critical thinking skills and takes an active role
in problem solving for the laboratory section. The Medical
Laboratory Scientist Specialist also ensures that specimens are
accessioned and processed expeditiously in order to deliver quality
laboratory results in an effective and cost efficient manner.
Additional responsibilities include serving as a role model and
preceptor for staff and leading quality control initiatives for
section.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a
dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to
achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members
of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting
pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive
manner.
- Orients, guides and mentors team members and students, to help
build confidence and competency in skills, knowledge and abilities.
Administers and grades staff competency assessments.
- Participates in laboratory and organization wide
initiatives.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs qualitative and quantitative tests and examination
using various analyzers and/or manual methods.
- Sets pace for workload and troubleshoots workflow issues for
laboratory section. Utilizes all available work time by assisting
others and performing additional tasks.
- Meets turnaround time expectations as defined by
management.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs the six elements of competency for test systems used
to generate patient test results in all areas assigned to work.
- Recognizes, investigates and correctly resolves test
discrepancies. When problems arise, takes appropriate action to
investigate and address and notifies management for follow-up.
- Compiles and reviews monthly quality control data, to include
actions for variances identified, and provides proper documentation
of all variations. Oversees section compliance by reviewing and
responding to College of American Pathologists (CAP) Accreditation
Checklists questions/ findings. Completes online CAP Inspector
Training.
- Develops plan, leads implementation, and performs data analysis
of validations. Coordinates instrument maintenance and repairs.
- Independently handles resolution of complex problems and issues
for section. Assists with policy review and submission.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Adjusts work schedule to accommodate
departmental/organizational needs. Appropriately utilizes the time
recording system.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Actively
participates in inventory management.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that will
improve quality or service.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline
competencies with a focus on continual development.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Three years of experience in a clinical laboratory as a Medical
Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist or comparable role. May
consider HM employee with two years of experience, to include a
minimum of one year as a HM Medical Laboratory Scientist, and who
demonstrates progressive responsibilities.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- Must have one of the following required certifications:
- • Preferred - Certified as a Medical Technologist, Clinical
Laboratory Scientist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or categorical
certification by Board of Certification (ASCP)
- • Certified as a Medical Technologist by American Medical
Technologists (AMT)
- • Certified as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist by National
Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA)
- • HLA only - One of the following is required:
◊ Medical Technologist, MT(ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Scientist,
MLS(ASCP) certification
◊ Certified by American Board of Histocompatibility and
Immunogenetics (ABHI)
- • Microbiology only - One of the following is required:
◊ Medical Technologist, MT(ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Scientist,
MLS(ASCP) certification
◊ Microbiology, M(ASCP) certification
◊ Clinical microbiology registry from American Society for
Microbiology, RM(AAM)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills,
competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principles
- Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills
with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of
excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians
and co-workers
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities including organizing
heavy workflow with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail and ability to achieve and maintain
accuracy
- Ability to work independently and execute above average
technical skills
- Demonstrates sound judgment and discretion to recognize
problems ranging from simple to complex, identify causes and take
corrective action
- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer
systems to include, Hospital/Laboratory Information Systems and
Office software to maintain patient and testing records and other
related documents
- Ability to recognize changes that are critical to patient
careSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional Yes
- Other (department approved) NoON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below.
- On Call* YesTRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area YesCompany
Profile:Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in
the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth
hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology
available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our
opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the
rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped
with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID,
many of them designed to make patient communication with
physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in
any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully
operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties
opening in 2024.Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer
inclusive of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.Equal
Employment OpportunityHouston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept
to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will
not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person
employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or
other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor -
priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
Keywords: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, Sugar Land , Medical Lab Scientist Specialist - Hematology/Coagulation and Urinalysis, Healthcare , Sugar Land, Texas
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