Laboratory Lead Technologist, Histology Lab (Medical Lab)

UOVUNIUSR0073187EXTERNALENUS 2nd Shift
Under the supervision of the Faculty Advisor and the Laboratory Manager the Section Leader is responsible for planning maintaining and monitoring all of the functions within a defined scope of testing within the department including ensuring that the department meets all standards set forth by CAP TJC CMS and AABB.

• Maintains procedures and equipment for specified area of departmental testing.
• Maintains compliance with all standards set forth by relative accrediting agencies.
• Ensures appropriate instrument/equipment quality control performance and maintenance.
• Maintains appropriate inventories and effectively manages use of supplies and reagents.
• Performs laboratory procedures.

• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Position Compensation Range: $31.35 - $50.16 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Education: Bachelor’s Degree with completion of a NAACLS approved MLS/CLS program OR Bachelor’s in Biology/Chemistry or related science OR Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology from a NAACLS approved MLT program OR Associate Degree or 60 semester hours with 6 hours in Chemistry and 6 hours in Biology and Accredited MLT Training
Experience: 3 years relevant experience
License/Certification: MLT, MT or categorical ASCP, or equivalent required

Histotechnologist/Histotechnician
Education: Bachelor’s Degree or High School or High School Equivalency in Compliance with the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act & Amendments (CLIA)
Experience: 3 years relevant experience for Bachelor’s degree or 5 years relevant experience for HS diploma
License/Certification: HT or HTL, ASCP or equivalent preferred

OTHER SKILLS:
• Experience in defined scope of testing

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires sitting, standing for prolonged periods, frequently walking, bending/stooping and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer use. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, noise, radiation (in limited specific areas), blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

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