Medical Lab Scientist (Nights)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Records prepares performs evaluates and reports patient tests including various chemistry microscopic microbiology molecular (PCR) hematology serology coagulation and blood bank tests. Communicates with providers and other appropriate staff concerning procedure results and their interpretation.
• Demonstrates advanced technical skill in the collection of blood samples and acts as a resource to clinic and hospital personnel. Can evaluate and accurately process samples upon receipt. Evaluates specimen integrity and correlates tests results to the clinical picture of each individual.
• Responsible for the communication of test results to all clinical personnel that may be involved in care of the patient.
• Collaborates with clinicians or nursing personnel to correlate clinic information with testing results. Consults with pathologists or his/her designee for guidance with unexpected results.
• Operates calibrates conducts performance checks and maintains clinical lab instruments and equipment. Troubleshoots and resolves or refers problems as needed; refers serious problems to supervisor.
• Participates in the completion of statistical analysis or data collection activities as assigned. Validates normal ranges and performs statistical analysis.
• Provides clinical orientation and supervision for new or less skilled laboratory personnel.
• In the absence of the Director Assistant Director or Supervisor may provide general supervision.
• Demonstrates and maintains competency in all designated areas.
• Prepares quality control materials according to established protocol analyzes material and evaluates results for acceptability. Utilizes appropriate knowledge to accurately investigate unacceptable results and perform appropriate troubleshooting techniques to resolve problems.
• Assists with training of new employees and ongoing assessment of competence of laboratory clinic or hospital personnel applicable to acquired technical expertise.
• Participates in the investigation and/or development of new test procedures. May be requested to develop or update departmental procedures as appropriate.
• Provides patient care and education according to the patient population served.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in medical technology or chemical physical biological sciences from an accredited college or university required.
• Completion of one year of full-time laboratory experience or training in the specialty or sub-specialty in which the individual performs tests required.
• Registered by the ASCP or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths views and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team one that makes better decisions drives innovation and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha Nebraska into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977 our services branched out into the health care and research fields offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Towns mission which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children families patients and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition assistance parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties skills or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression national origin age disability or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process contact us at 1-.