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Salt Lake, UT - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

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Job Summary
Provides support to Medical Laboratory Science MLS students and faculty in the MLS Teaching Laboratory under the supervision of the Laboratory Coordinator. Ensures smooth operation of laboratory courses in the areas of hematology immunology immunohematology chemistry body fluids analysis microbiology molecular diagnostics hemostasis parasitology and mycology. Performs routine clinical laboratory assays and quality control assurance activities using manual and automated methods and procedures. Assists students in learning laboratory techniques and principles in their MLS laboratoryrelated coursework. Under the supervision of the Laboratory Coordinator works collaboratively with other teaching laboratory staff to implement approved health and safety practices in the Teaching Laboratory. See .

Responsibilities
1. Performs essential operational tasks and clinical laboratory test procedures including calibration of laboratory equipment quality control of laboratory assays and inventory of laboratory supplies. 2. Maintains cultures of live microorganisms for laboratory assays. 3. Provides teaching support to MLS students and faculty to ensure smooth operation of laboratory sessions. 4. Maintains familiarity with course content for all MD LB laboratory courses (as assigned by supervising faculty). 5. Problemsolves and suggests solutions for common quality control and equipment failures. 6. Assists in evaluation and implementation of new laboratory assays including modifications to existing procedures and documentation. 7. Prepares labels and assesses performance of laboratory reagents prior to routine use in the teaching laboratory. 8. Assists with annual updates of standard operating procedures and safety policies as assigned. 9. Works collaboratively with faculty and staff to plan and coordinate laboratory outreach activities associated with the Medical Laboratory Science program. 10. Participates in workrelated conferences and education. This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required: Nearly Continuously: Laboratory environment. Nearly Continuously: Exposure to chemicals and biohazardous biological samples used in a laboratory setting employing appropriate universal precautions. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required: Nearly Continuously: Hearing listening talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion walking standing sitting bending lifting. Seldom: Reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in a biological science; American Society of Clinical Pathologist ASCP certification as a Medical Technologist or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills are required. ASCP certification equivalency for this position may be one year of lab experience. This position is patientsensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients coworkers and community by requiring all patientsensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

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