Summary:
The Microbiology Technologist works under the direct supervision of the Microbiology supervisor. Performs CLIA highly complex bacteriological, parasitological, and serological procedures requiring judgement and interpretation. These procedures are performed by following directions provided in the Procedure Manual. Correlating quality control procedures are performed with each test. The purpose is to provide diagnostic information for the physician. Performs all duties according to age specific standards as associated with job-related policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures in the primary section to which assigned about age or sex specific values.
• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and equipment and makes minor repairs as necessary or notifies Bio-med as needed.
• Must cross-train to other laboratory sections as needed.
• Assures that the laboratory's quality control program is properly followed.
• Calculates, enters, and/or verifies results of laboratory procedures.
• Utilizes the Laboratory Information System.
• Provides notification and documentation of critical laboratory values obtained.
• Processes patient specimens, including collection, handling, and distribution always cognizant of minimal pediatric specimen volumes (when required).
• Participates in the evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and protocols.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health.
• Must complete all required compliance and regulatory tasks and follow all applicable policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Work Schedule:
TBD
Work Type:
Full Time
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Clinical Laboratory Scientist II - Microbiology - MFH Tyler
FULL TIME
Clinical Laboratory
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System
800 East Dawson Street
Tyler, TX 75701
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