Medical Lab Scientist - Microbiology, PRN
Company: Duke Health
Location: Morrisville
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate
care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the
greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and
discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University
Health System Clinical Laboratories Pursue your passion for caring
and innovation as a team member in the state-of-the-art Duke Health
laboratories. Duke Health laboratories are College of American
Pathologists accredited and Clinical Laboratory Improvement
Amendments certified. The multidisciplinary team is committed to
serving the rare and complex testing needs of Duke Health's diverse
patient population by providing timely and accurate results,
educating the next generation of laboratorians, scientists and
physicians, and researching and developing the cutting-edge
diagnostics of tomorrow.Occupational SummaryPerform a variety of
routine and complex technical tasks in the performance of
laboratory tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and
treatment of disease. Job duties are dependent on the laboratory
and may be composed of a combination of the following duties and
responsibilities related to the specialization. Tasks are performed
according to written procedures and policies with careful
monitoring of quality control and quality assurance practices. Work
Performed Perform a variety of tests in clinical laboratories using
standard techniques and equipment; perform related duties in the
laboratory to include specimen handling, using manual and automatic
equipment to test specimens, and perform and report analytical
tests. Operate manual or computerized instrumentation. Calibrate
and maintain instrumentation according to standard operating
procedure. Process patient samples for testing using appropriate
identification techniques and written procedures to ensure quality
material for testing. Perform basic troubleshooting of assay
problems as directed by senior staff. Communicate problems/issues
to appropriate individuals. Maintain inventory of supplies and
equipment. Participate in the development of new medical laboratory
tests and techniques. Participate in the preparation for lab
inspections. Review lab inspection documents and procedures to
maintain knowledge. Bring any non-compliance issues to the
attention of upper-level staff. Perform proficiency testing as
directed to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies. Document
quality control and quality assurance results. Notify upper-level
personnel of instrument malfunctions or unusual or unexpected data
or results. Review written procedures and policies for accuracy and
submit changes to manager or designee. Understand, comply, and
perform all necessary safety procedures. Maintain compliance with
safety training. Report all safety incidents within 24 hours.
Attend all laboratory meetings, safety and compliance training as
required. Comply with competency testing procedures for the
laboratory staff. Comply with laboratory training programs. May
provide technical guidance and instruction to students,
interns,residents, staff, and other employees. Perform other
related duties incidental to the work described herein. Use
behaviors that support achievement of balanced scorecard targets
andsupport DUHS (Duke University Health System) values.
Consistently cooperate and communicate effectively with co-workers
to ensure effective workflow. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesLevel
Characteristics Within the clinical laboratories we embrace Duke's
purpose, placing the patient at the center of everything we do. We
do this by demonstrating behaviors that focus on delivering patient
and family centered care and embodying the values that promote a
positive work culture. We expect every team member to commit to
these values and hold each other accountable in the spirit of
mutual respect and belonging. Minimum Qualifications
EducationBachelor's of Science/Bachelor of Arts in Chemical,
Physical, Biological or Clinical Laboratory Science; or Medical
Technology required. Minimum educational or experience requirements
may be modified on a on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of
the CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment) director if
minimal CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment)
requirements are met by the employee for the tasks being performed.
Experience None required Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
Certification preferred. Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity
without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender,
gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national
origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration,
innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success
depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best
when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and
experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential
that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the
contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices
are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to
uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs
at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include
essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental
abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for
reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring
department.
Keywords: Duke Health, Cary , Medical Lab Scientist - Microbiology, PRN, Healthcare , Morrisville, North Carolina
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