Medical Lab Scientist 2- Microbiology

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated.

About the Role

Performs routine and complex clinical pathology testing and instrument management of laboratory services. Responsible for accurately recording results and ensuring timely delivery of results. Has the authority, responsibility, and accountability for the accurate performance of laboratory test methodologies. These tests are used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and the evaluation of the patient's response to treatment. Applies clinical knowledge to achieve accurate clinical test results which leads to quality patient care outcomes.

This position is located in a beautiful lab with floor-to-ceiling windows and operates on the 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient-focused care in a clinical setting through the accurate performance of routine and complex tests through the pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic stages.
• Performs qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures, including reagent preparation and appropriate quality control, according to required protocols, with precision and accuracy in a timely and efficient manner.
• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships as well as physiological conditions affecting test results.
• Performs data analysis, including navigating within established technology environments to locate, validate, extract, and format data for analysis.
• Modifies and runs queries and standard reports from data tools and provides them to users.
• Participates in quality assurance processes, including continuous analysis and evaluation of work processes to improve efficiency and quality.
• Maintains laboratory equipment, ensuring parts inventory is sufficient.
• Provides diagnostic testing with proficiency and delivers accurate results.
• Mentors and coaches others by providing positive direction and feedback.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Required).
• Less than 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Certification in one of the following:
  • LIC-Medical Laboratory Act - Tennessee
  • Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
  • Medical Technologist - American Medical Technologists (AMT)

Skills

• Data Analysis (Novice): Possesses fundamental proficiency to demonstrate data analysis in practical applications. Can identify data values and sources, and is familiar with data modeling.
• Quality Assurance (Novice): Contributes to continuous improvement by analyzing work processes and suggesting creative solutions.
• Equipment Maintenance (Novice): Maintains laboratory equipment and ensures parts inventory is sufficient.
• Diagnostic Testing (Novice): Demonstrates proficiency in delivering diagnostic testing results.
• Mentoring & Coaching (Novice): Provides constructive training and mentorship to others.
• Supporting Colleagues: Develops self and others, builds relationships, and communicates effectively in various situations.
• Delivering Excellent Services: Serves others with compassion, solves complex problems, and offers meaningful advice and support.
• Ensuring High Quality: Engages in dialogue about quality, addresses issues promptly, and applies learning experiences to improve processes.
• Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates accountability, stewards organizational resources, and makes data-driven decisions.
• Fostering Innovation: Generates new ideas, applies technology enthusiastically, and adapts to change.

Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

About Vanderbilt Health

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is home to Vanderbilt University Hospital, The Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, the Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital, and the Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital. These hospitals experienced more than 61,000 inpatient admissions during fiscal year 2015. Vanderbilt’s adult and pediatric clinics treated nearly 2 million patients during this same period.

Vanderbilt University Hospital and the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt are recognized by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals as among the nation’s best with 18 nationally ranked specialties. Vanderbilt University Medical Center is world-renowned for its innovation, work ethic, and collegiality. Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the Southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their healthcare because of its leadership in medical science and dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.

As the largest employer in middle Tennessee, Vanderbilt welcomes those interested in ongoing development in a caring, culturally sensitive, and professional atmosphere. Employees often stay due to professional growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a strong sense of community and purpose.