Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Senior, Core Lab, Full-time/Days, Baptist Pensacola
Company: Baptist Health Care
Location: Pensacola
Posted on: May 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description
The Clinical Laboratory Scientist Senior is responsible for the
analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting
according to laboratory protocol and procedures. This position
performs requested clinical procedures on body fluids and clinical
procedures related to patient care; performs quality control,
maintenance, trouble shooting on laboratory instruments; performs
clerical work in the absence of a technical assistant; and assist
the supervisor in any capacity requested. This position does an
inventory assessment and order supplies. This position performs
tracking for specimens transported to Baptist and helps with send
outs to reference laboratories and receive and approve same
results. This position assists with trouble shooting of all
instruments in the laboratory departments trained in and performs
maintenance. This position assists in the ordering of supplies and
scheduling of staff as needed. This position takes responsibility
for their laboratory department in the absence of the laboratory
manager and supervisor and assists with policy/procedure
writing/review.
Responsibilities
Medical Technologist Senior team performs as the technical
supervisor over their assigned department. Performs accurate and
appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory,
according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
Reports test results in a timely manner and according to
established laboratory protocol and procedures. Follows established
procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies
to the appropriate supervisor. Performs daily, weekly, monthly, or
as needed, maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate.
Performs calibration of equipment as required. Troubleshoots
instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient specimens when
problems occur. Notifies the supervisor or if unable to solve the
problem. Complies with established laboratory and hospital policies
for universal precautions and safety procedures. When handling
blood and/or body fluids, universal precaution procedures will be
followed in order to minimize exposure to infectious diseases.
Safety policies and procedures will be followed when using
chemicals. Maintains work area-cleans bench, restocks supplies,
notifies supervisor of low stock. Maintains current
knowledge/certification/licensure. Responsible for working in all
departments of the laboratory when working a night shift.Assist in
other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the
department and organization. May be required to remain on campus
immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or
disasters.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology, Equivalent that would qualify
for Florida State license Required
Minimum Work Experience
2 years Medical technologist experience Required
Licenses and Certifications
Clinical Lab Technologist Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire
Required
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of sterile technique.
Maintains proficiency in laboratory bench work.
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or
processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Detail oriented, good organizational traits
Strong time management skills
Able to multi-task effectively
Medical terminology.
About Us
Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system
committed to improving the quality of life for people and
communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The
organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews
Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive
primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000
team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest
non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.
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