Clinical Laboratory Scientist III (FT) - Sign-On Bonus Incentives (Lebanon, NH)

Company: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Location: Troy
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

Sign-On/Retention incentives:up to $8000*for night shift positionDartmouth-Hitchcock is home to the largest laboratory inNH, providing Pathology and Clinical Laboratory services to D-H physicianpractices, D-H hospital affiliates as well as to independent practices andhospitals throughout NH and VT. Thedepartment is a leader in process improvement (LEAN/Six Sigma) which has led toa renovated space designed for efficiency of workflow. With a slogan of 'Investigate, innovate andvalidate,' our lab is:* A highvolume lab with cutting edge technology and automation* Aculture that encourages collaboration and teamwork to future innovation.* Aplace to learn and grow, and we encourage new graduates to apply for our openpositions.This position independently performs a variety ofdiagnostic tests in the Clinical Laboratory to obtain data for use in diagnosisand treatment of disease. Dartmouth-Hitchcock is an H-1B cap exempt employer.This is a full-time, 40-hour per week, benefitted,night-shift position. Dartmouth-Hitchcockoffers a 20% shift differential for night-shift positions. In addition, we are offering an $8000sign-on/retention bonus for this position. More information about benefits can be foundhere: Dartmouth-Hitchcock2020 Benefits (dhemployeebenefits.org) Responsibilities: Alisting of the key responsibilities:- Demonstratesthe knowledge, skills and abilities to perform a variety of laboratory tests ina timely manner yielding accurate and precise results with a low error rate.- Abilityto appropriately troubleshoot and resolve problems. Ensures that patient results are not reporteduntil systems are functioning properly. Clearly communicates resolutions or next steps.- Possessessolid knowledge, skills and theory to perform job duties in the clinicallaboratory. - Performsand evaluates quality control and instrument functioning checks usingestablished quality control practices to assess the functioning of the testsystem(s). Identifies when a QC problemexists and is able to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner. - Operatesand maintains laboratory equipment according to established laboratoryprocedures and/or manufacturers recommendations, including maintainingsupplies. Identifies when sample,instrument, and/or procedural problems exist and takes appropriate actions toremedy the issue.- Isable to appropriately troubleshoot problems and communicate resolutions or nextsteps.- Orientsand trains new laboratory staff. Trainsbench personnel when new procedures or systems are put into routine use. Trains MLS or MLT/CLT students in benchprocedures, basic theory, and advanced skills. Helps develop teaching and training tools.- Activelyparticipates in the D-HH member's laboratory's continuing education program.- Demonstratesknowledge of and acts in accordance with all hospital safety requirements.- Performsother duties as required or assigned.*External hires only andcertain conditions applyKeywords: medicaltechnologist, laboratory scientist, medical lab tech, med techMinimum Qualifications:* AS degree and minimum of 4 years of Clinical Laboratory experience or Bachelors of Science Degree and a minimum of 2 years of Clinical Laboratory experience. * Minimum of 2 years of relevant technical experience required. * Ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines and manage changing volumes. Basic knowledge of computer software systems.Required Licensure/Certification Skills:* Nationally recognized certification within 1 year of date of hire. * ASCP preferred * Current BLS certification required within 30 days of hire for the CLS employees located at Community Group Practice laboratory locations.

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