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Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Clinical Immunology Lab

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · Philadelphia, PA · 2 wk ago
Analyst$30.25–$38.55/hrFull-time

About the role

To perform and report various laboratory tests prescribed by physicians.

Responsibilities

  • Accurately performs routine to moderately complex diagnostic tests or procedures as assigned and reports results through appropriate channels.
  • Completes, evaluates and records all appropriate quality controls and quality assurance markers.
  • Activates troubleshooting procedures when necessary.
  • Trains others to perform this responsibility when assigned.
  • Performs preventative/safety maintenance on equipment and maintains a safe, clean and efficient work environment.
  • Takes initiative in problem solving equipment failures to the extent capable.
  • Communicates unresolved issues to supervisor or designee.
  • Complies with personal protective equipment (PPE) and other laboratory and hospital safety standards 100% of the time.
  • Notifies supervisor of unsafe events.
  • Responsible for controlling and maintaining inventory.
  • Trains others to perform this responsibility when assigned.
  • Provides professional, courteous and calm customer service to both internal and external customers.
  • Identifies appropriate resources and sources for re-directed inquiries.
  • Regularly reviews operational procedure manuals.
  • Maintains individual annual technical competency assessments.
  • Actively identifies and pursues learning needs.
  • Actively participates in departmental and continuing education meetings.
  • Successfully completes 12 units of approved continuing education activities during evaluation cycle.
  • Assists with orientation, education and training of students, employees, and clinicians in laboratory processes and procedures.

Requirements

We offer day shift Monday – Friday. The shift hours will rotate between 7am – 3:30pm or 9am – 5:30pm. We have two sections within our lab that staff rotate through on a weekly-biweekly basis. Upon completion of training, this candidate would have the option to work a 10-hour 4 day week shift (7am – 5:30pm).

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science or other science related fields - Required
  • Licenses and Certifications:
    • Medical Technologist (MT) - The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) - upon hire
    • Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) - upon hire

Skills

  • Ability to work with computer programs and computer controlled equipment.
  • Ability to handle and interpret data, multitask, and maintain confidential material.
  • Good laboratory technique and safety practices.
  • Good communication, technical and organizational skills.

Benefits

At CHOP, we are committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine.

Pay

SALARY RANGE: $30.25 - $38.55 Hourly

Schedule

We offer day shift Monday – Friday. The shift hours will rotate between 7am – 3:30pm or 9am – 5:30pm. We have two sections within our lab that staff rotate through on a weekly-biweekly basis. Upon completion of training, this candidate would have the option to work a 10-hour 4 day week shift (7am – 5:30pm).

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