MT Pathology Level III

Tennessee Oncology, one of the nation’s largest community-based cancer care specialists, is home to one of the leading clinical trial networks in the country. Established in 1976 in Nashville, Tennessee Oncology’s mission remains unchanged: to provide access to high-quality cancer care and the expertise of clinical research for all patients, at convenient locations within their community and close to their home.

About the role

The Medical Laboratory Technologist (MT) Pathology Level III is responsible for the processing of various patient specimens received for immunological testing performed at TNONC HMS, including, but not limited to, all bone marrow/peripheral blood, fluids and/or tissues for leukemia/lymphoma, fluid-based (serum, urine, etc.) immunological tests (i.e. SPEP, UPEP, s-IFE, u-IFE, serum free light chains, and/or immunoglobulins), histological, molecular and/or FISH processing and clinical chemistry testing including diagnostic clinical tests and immunoassays. This position is also responsible for all analysis and reporting for the various areas in the Pathology laboratory.

This is a third-level position in the HMS Pathology laboratory (and all ancillary locations) with the expectation to be proficient and competent with every aspect of testing and technical reporting in all areas of the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Competent in all aspects of immunological testing, including sample preparation, staining, acquisition, quality control assessment and maintenance of reagents and equipment.
• Competent in all phases of analysis and reporting skills in areas such as Flow Cytometry, FISH, Protein Electrophoresis, and Histology.
• Competent at preparing paraffin blocks and cutting slides as needed for all morphology and molecular testing.
• Understands and is competent in advanced instrument set-up, compensation, and all quality checks for instrumentation within the HMS Pathology lab.
• Helps with administrative duties including completing proficiency testing, quality control checks, etc.
• Serves as a lead and technical resource for entry and secondary level staff; responsible for training and/or review of testing and reporting for these staff levels.
• Flexibility in work schedules, work days, and/or assigned areas of work is required.
• Prepares reagent stock and working solutions.
• Monitors proper use and consumption of reagents, materials, and consumables.
• Adheres to laboratory procedures and processes.
• Maintains equipment and processes to aid diagnosis and treat diseases.
• Maintains proper records of laboratory testing and results as described in the policy and procedure manual.
• Adheres to all state and federal compliance requirements.
• Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical/pathology data.
• Maintains required inventory of laboratory supplies for operations in areas of work assignment.
• Proficient in use of the LIS utilized in pathology and clinical diagnostics; including ordering tests, rejecting tests, reviewing and approving results.
• Performs all other related duties as needed and assigned by supervisor/manager.

Requirements

• Current State of Tennessee Medical Laboratory Technologist (MT) License required.
• Maintains appropriate continuing education for certification and licensure.
• At least two years of clinical laboratory testing experience.
• Flow cytometry, FISH processing or analysis, protein electrophoresis, and/or molecular experience preferred.
• Rotating weekends and holiday coverage as needed/assigned will be required.

Skills

• Ability to make independent decisions, process information accurately, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and be organized.
• Ability to accurately pipette and maintain sterile conditions as required.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance as defined by the manufacturer on equipment.
• Ability to collaborate with Pathologist, Lab Manager, fellow employees, and subsidiaries when required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills, especially with Excel and Word spreadsheets.
• Knowledge of principles and techniques of laboratory testing procedures and practice.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Demonstrates understanding of proper quality control procedures, use of control materials, and documentation of QC results and corrective actions.

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Fingering or manual dexterity: Regularly
• Repetitive finger motion: Regularly
• Lifting or exerting force up to 25 pounds: Occasionally
• Reaching or stretching: Occasionally
• Speaking: Regularly
• Hearing: Regularly
• Seeing (with correction): Regularly