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This position is responsible for a high level of technical knowledge and application of that knowledge todepartment testing, clinical relevance, and complex problem-solving skills. This position serves as adepartment resource and is responsible for assisting with department compliance with all pertinentlaboratory accrediting agency and regulatory requirements.

Core Functions:

1. Performs testing in an accurate and timely manner according to established policies and performance standards with a knowledge level determined for that testing. Responsible for startup, calibration and accuracy of procedures and instrumentation. Actively participates in problem solving activities within the department, using advanced level of decision-making skills. Demonstrates advanced knowledge and application of all computer systems used in the department. Demonstrates advanced knowledge and application of theory and clinical relevance testing. Assists in ensuring compliance with accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements. Demonstrates ability to assume lead responsibility in absence of on-site departmental leadership personnel.
2. Recognizes, ensures validity, and assists in monitoring abnormal patient and/or QC results of testing. Ensures accuracy of test results. Participates in detecting and documenting occurrences that deviate from defined procedures. Recognizes need and participates in department and LSA/SQL System process improvement and quality assurance activities, including assisting with monitoring of department indicators of productivity and quality.
3. Monitors and controls inventory and assists in providing financial data for the department. Active participation on process improvements in financial performance to decrease costs, improve productivity and improve service.
4. Participates in contributions to additional department/System projects. Active in training of department employees. Actively participates on at least one committee or team or is involved in at least one special project identified with department management. Exhibits awareness of medical/legal consequences of professional actions. Assists in new employee orientation, training and competency. Provides input for competency and annual assessments for employees in appropriate time frames. Completes training module for newly hired/transferred personnel. Self-directed.
5. Acts as a department resource by participating in providing educational information to internal and external customers. Demonstrated advanced level of effective verbal and written communication skills. Attendance and participation at staff meetings. Demonstrates preceptor and coaching skills and promotes a constructive environment that encourages learning and development.

Education/Experience Requirements:

Bachelors degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or related field;

OR Bachelors degree in chemical, physical or biological science, and a certificate of completion of MLS program or Categorical equivalent of MLS program.

OR Where no certification is available from certifying agency, a Bachelors degree in chemical, physical or biological science, with one year of experience in that discipline is required.

Job Site: 807 S. Ponderosa St., Payson, Arizona 85541

Qualified applicants send resumes to <Linda.Elliott@bannerhealth.com>, Reference #CVGS2024. Proof of authorization to accept permanent full-time employment in U.S. required if hired. This company is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports affirmative action practices.