Dartmouth-Hitchcock is
home to the largest laboratory in NH, providing Pathology and Clinical
Laboratory services to D-H physician practices, D-H hospital affiliates as well
as to independent practices and hospitals throughout NH and VT. The
department is a leader in process improvement (LEAN/Six Sigma) which has led to
a renovated space designed for efficiency of workflow. With a slogan
of ‘Investigate, innovate and validate,’ our lab is:
A
high volume lab with cutting edge technology and automation.
A
culture that encourages collaboration and teamwork to future innovation.
A
place to learn and grow, and we encourage new graduates to apply for our
open positions.
Independently performs a
variety of diagnostic tests in the Clinical Laboratory to obtain data for use
in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Performs venipunctures and
capillary draws on Inpatients, Emergency Room patients, and Outpatients as
needed.
This is a full-time,
benefitted, night-shift position working four 10-hour shifts from 9:00pm to 7:30am. The night shift position receives a 20% shift differential.
In addition, we are offering an $8000 sign-on/retention bonus for this
position.
Responsibilities: A listing of the key responsibilities:
Demonstrates
the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform a variety of laboratory
tests in a timely manner yielding accurate and precise results with a low
error rate.
Ability
to appropriately troubleshoot and resolve problems. Ensures that
patient results are not reported until systems are functioning
properly. Clearly communicates resolutions or next steps.
Possesses
solid knowledge, skills and theory to perform job duties in the clinical
laboratory.
Performs
and evaluates quality control and instrument functioning checks using
established quality control practices to assess the functioning of the
test system(s). Identifies when a QC problem exists and is able to
troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner.
Operates
and maintains laboratory equipment according to established laboratory
procedures and/or manufacturers recommendations, including maintaining
supplies. Identifies when sample, instrument, and/or procedural
problems exist and takes appropriate actions to remedy the issue.
Is
able to appropriately troubleshoot problems and communicate resolutions or
next steps.
Orients
and trains new laboratory staff. Trains bench personnel when new
procedures or systems are put into routine use. Trains MLS or
MLT/CLT students in bench procedures, basic theory, and advanced
skills. Helps develop teaching and training tools.
Actively
participates in the D-HH member’s laboratory’s continuing education
program.
Assist
in outpatient/in-patient phlebotomies, specimen processing, non-patient
registration, and requisition checks, as needed. Must demonstrate
the knowledge and skills necessary to determine phlebotomy technique
appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
Demonstrates
knowledge of and acts in accordance with all hospital safety requirements.
Performs
other duties as required or assigned.
*External hires only and
certain conditions apply
Keywords: medical
technologist, laboratory scientist, medical lab tech, med tech
Minimum
Qualifications:
AS
degree and minimum of 4 years of Clinical Laboratory experience or Bachelors of
Science Degree and a minimum of 2 years of Clinical Laboratory experience.
Minimum
of 2 years of relevant technical experience required.
Ability
to work independently and adhere to deadlines and manage changing volumes. Basic knowledge of computer software systems.
Required
Licensure/Certification Skills:
Nationally
recognized certification within 1 year of date of hire.
ASCP
preferred
Current
BLS certification required within 30 days of hire for the CLS employees located
at Community Group Practice laboratory locations.