Hematology Technical Coordinator - Banner Desert (DayShift)

Primary City / State : Mesa, Arizona Department

Name : Lab-BDMC Work Shift : Day Job Category : Lab Find your Voice,

Passion, & Purpose We are proud to offer new base pay rates

starting at $33.33 per hour! POSITION SUMMARY This position is

responsible for a high level of technical knowledge and application

of that knowledge to department testing, clinical relevance, and

complex problem-solving skills. This position serves as a

department resource and is responsible for assisting with

department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting

agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP,

OSHA). Performs all functions according to established policies,

procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as

applicable professional standards. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Performs all

duties of MLT / MLS duties as defined by the department, at a high

level of competency. Responsible for operational leadership and

workflow oversight to the section / shift. Integrates comprehensive

technical knowledge and clinical relevance into daily activity for

the department. Responsible for complex problem solving of

technical, computer, interdepartmental and quality issues. Under

the direction of the Supervisor and / or Technical Director,

responsible for implementation of system technical initiatives in

their area of responsibility. Provides onsite supervision

(determines schedules, manage day to day workflow and give input

into an assessment or disciplinary action) in the absence of

section supervisor. 2. Focuses on quality by reviewing records and

assuring performance of all quality control and assurance

procedures. Ensures that quality control and instrumentation

maintenance records are kept and documentation meets standards of

accrediting and licensing agencies. Assists the Supervisor,

Administrative and Technical Directors, and Technical Specialist,

in the implementation of new QC / QA polices and continuous quality

improvement programs in accordance with the Quality System. Active

in department and LSA / SQL System quality assurance activities.

Monitors and ensures compliance with accrediting agency and

regulatory requirements for the laboratory. Actively participates

in preparation for on-site accrediting process. 3. Monitors,

recognizes opportunities for improvement, and participates in

improving the financial performance of the department and the

SQL / LSA System to decrease costs, increase productivity, and

improve service. Monitors inventory and brings related issues

forward for prompt resolution. Assists with cost analysis models.

4. Assists with basic personnel oversight including participation

in selection, training, developing, and providing coaching under

the direction of the Supervisor or appropriate Director. Assists in

new employee orientation, training and competency. Provides input

for competency and annual assessments for employees in appropriate

time frames. Actively involved in implementing and ensuring staff

completion of competency program requirements. Self-directed and

motivated to seek out opportunities to contribute to projects to

help the department. Coordinates and is active in at least two

special projects per year within the department or SQL / LSA System,

along with other miscellaneous department duties. 5. Serves as a

resource communication liaison for on-site and System issues.

Provides access to other System resources when appropriate. Works

closely with on-site management to integrate the area into other

activities on-site. Interacts with co-workers with an emphasis on

teamwork and a focus on customer service. Demonstrates preceptor

and coaching skills and promotes a constructive environment that

encourages learning and development. Demonstrates appropriate

verbal and written skills. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Technical

Coordinator I : Associate degree in a medical laboratory technology,

medical laboratory science or clinical laboratory science with four

(4) years of laboratory training or experience, or both in

nonwaived testing, in the designated specialty / sub-specialty area

ORBachelor's degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts

will be reviewed to determine eligibility) with two (2) years of

laboratory training or experience, or both in nonwaived testing, in

the designated specialty / sub-specialty area. Foreign educated

candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF

(International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally

recognized credentialing agency for review to determine

eligibility. For certain specialty disciplines ONLY (Toxicology,

HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available from a

certifying agency, a bachelor's degree with two (2) years of

experience in that discipline is required. Technical Coordinator

II : Bachelor's Degree in medical laboratory science / medical

technology, ORBachelor's degree in chemical or biological science

(transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility) AND

certification (MLS or categorical). Two (2) years' experience in

nonwaived testing in the designated specialty / sub-specialty area.

Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential

evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation)

or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to

determine eligibility. For certain specialty disciplines ONLY

(Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available

from a certifying agency, a bachelor's degree with four (4) years

of experience in that discipline is required. PREFERRED

QUALIFICATIONS Additional related education and / or experience. EEO

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