Lab Technologist I
Cincinnati Children's, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Job Responsibilities
Under the general direction of the Section Supervisor and leadership staff, perform a variety of laboratory tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease in a medical center caring for infants, children and adolescents.
Conduct, direct or assist in special projects, evaluations, experiments or research. Participate in a regular cross‑trained rotation and demonstrate continued competency in various sections of the Clinical Laboratory. Participate in improving organizational performance through recommending areas or approaches for improvement activities, performing new procedures, collecting data and providing input to department discussions. Participate in establishing job requirements and goals; perform duties at the desired level of competency.
Possess the appropriate skills necessary to independently perform a variety of laboratory tests, display competency, operate instruments, perform checks, calibrations, preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting from written guidelines. Perform and report quality control procedures. Identify quality‑control failures. Prepare samples for analysis. Store and preserve specimen. Prepare reagents, assist with monitoring supply inventories, receive and stock supplies. Perform registration and sample collection as required by location. Perform routine procedures within respective discipline, including the collection and analysis of data which will affect decisions regarding patient care.
Maintain/manage strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders. Respond to requests quickly and effectively. Identify, understand and meet customer needs and expectations. Communicate any relevant information to clients, colleagues and other key stakeholders.
Maintain currency in the field, including maintenance of any necessary licensure/certification through continuing education, conferences, meetings, in‑services, networking, literature, and/or seminars. Attend all mandatory CCHMC training sessions. Implement obtained knowledge/skills into one's own work, the department, and/or the organization. Assume responsibility for one's own professional growth and development. May participate in internal/external professional committees, agencies, councils, and/or activities.
Perform accurate, precise work with a consistently low error rate. Maintain awareness of sectional needs and contribute one's skills and abilities to meet those needs. Assume responsibility for one's own actions. Follow through tasks to completion. Understand and comply with applicable policies, guidelines, regulations, and/or accreditation standards. Document compliance as necessary. Maintain compliance with CCHMC Core Standards and code of ethics. May be responsible for ensuring that work areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and/or efficient environment for employees, patients and/or families.
Job Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science OR Associate's degree in related science
0+ years of experience
Any license, certification, or registration required
Preferred: Certified MLS or MLT through national certifying agency
Location: G
Schedule: Full time
Shift: Evening (United States of America)
Department: Microbiology
Employee Status: Regular
FTE: 1
Weekly Hours: 40
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
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Under the general direction of the Section Supervisor and leadership staff, perform a variety of laboratory tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease in a medical center caring for infants, children and adolescents.
Conduct, direct or assist in special projects, evaluations, experiments or research. Participate in a regular cross‑trained rotation and demonstrate continued competency in various sections of the Clinical Laboratory. Participate in improving organizational performance through recommending areas or approaches for improvement activities, performing new procedures, collecting data and providing input to department discussions. Participate in establishing job requirements and goals; perform duties at the desired level of competency.
Possess the appropriate skills necessary to independently perform a variety of laboratory tests, display competency, operate instruments, perform checks, calibrations, preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting from written guidelines. Perform and report quality control procedures. Identify quality‑control failures. Prepare samples for analysis. Store and preserve specimen. Prepare reagents, assist with monitoring supply inventories, receive and stock supplies. Perform registration and sample collection as required by location. Perform routine procedures within respective discipline, including the collection and analysis of data which will affect decisions regarding patient care.
Maintain/manage strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other key stakeholders. Respond to requests quickly and effectively. Identify, understand and meet customer needs and expectations. Communicate any relevant information to clients, colleagues and other key stakeholders.
Maintain currency in the field, including maintenance of any necessary licensure/certification through continuing education, conferences, meetings, in‑services, networking, literature, and/or seminars. Attend all mandatory CCHMC training sessions. Implement obtained knowledge/skills into one's own work, the department, and/or the organization. Assume responsibility for one's own professional growth and development. May participate in internal/external professional committees, agencies, councils, and/or activities.
Perform accurate, precise work with a consistently low error rate. Maintain awareness of sectional needs and contribute one's skills and abilities to meet those needs. Assume responsibility for one's own actions. Follow through tasks to completion. Understand and comply with applicable policies, guidelines, regulations, and/or accreditation standards. Document compliance as necessary. Maintain compliance with CCHMC Core Standards and code of ethics. May be responsible for ensuring that work areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and/or efficient environment for employees, patients and/or families.
Job Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science OR Associate's degree in related science
0+ years of experience
Any license, certification, or registration required
Preferred: Certified MLS or MLT through national certifying agency
Location: G
Schedule: Full time
Shift: Evening (United States of America)
Department: Microbiology
Employee Status: Regular
FTE: 1
Weekly Hours: 40
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
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