Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist - Molecular Diagnostic

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Advanced Technical Skills   

- Remains knowledgeable and competent in all policies, procedures and protocols                                                                  
- Reviews, Drafts, and Evaluates Section SOPs
- Ensures and verifies quality control data is appropriate for the complexity of the reported tests
- Assists in technical troubleshooting and maintains laboratory equipment
- Communicates problems with Lead, Supervisor and/or Manager as appropriate
- Maintains competency in computer functions in assigned areas and is able to troubleshoot when needed
- Evaluates and solves problems and documents appropriately.
- Ensure effective use of supplies and reagents by following sections inventory management system
- Complies with safety guidelines and procedures and adheres to regulatory mandates                                                       
- Completes, verifies and reports testing in timely manner
- In the absence of Laboratory Supervisor and/or Lead, guides and assists Scientists.

Productivity and Communication / Team Building   
- Adjusts, prioritizes, and organizes work to achieve optimal productivity to meet the workload demands.
- Adheres to attendance policy, begins work as scheduled
- Works independently to utilize and ensure resources to maximize efficiency
- Assist others by providing direction and guidance on tasks; Clarifies roles and responsibilities of the team
-Participates in validating and/or evaluating new methodologies, equipment, or assays.  Provides data as applicable.
- Remains responsible and accountable for all actions.
- Models team qualities (respect, helpfulness, and coping) to encourage a positive team environment                                                                                                                                              
- Participates in process improvement that positively impact productivity and laboratory function.

Quality Commitment and Enhancement  
- Actively participates in training and orientation of others
- Gains acceptance for proposed changes and new initiatives; builds support "behind the scenes"
- Demonstrates calmness under varying environmental circumstances remains willing and capable of assisting with crisis situations
- Communicates problems with Supervisor or Lab Manager as needed
- Initiates and participates process improvement projects

Customer Service      
- Manages all customer service interactions with diplomacy, actively facilitating resolutions to problems and addressing the needs of clients both internal and external

 
Computer Skills  
- Maintains proficiency on computer functions in the lab processes.
- Properly acquires specimen data into computer system(s).
- Analyzes and evaluates patient results correctly and appropriately.
- Stores patient information and results to allow easy future access as required