Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System Hiring for Medical Lab Scientist – LIS Specialist Job at Hutchinson, KS Full Time

Responsible for daily operations of the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and serves as liaison with the hospital information system staff. Duties include quality assurance, financial controls, and administration. Also functions as a technologist within the appropriate section(s).

Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements (federal, state, local)

• Assists Director in meeting operating budget goals.

• Maintains section(s) workload, QA/QC, and financial records as assigned.

• Performs assigned procedures in compliance with department Procedure Manuals and QA/QC policy.
• Exhibits good working knowledge and logic in troubleshooting and repair of instruments. Maintains the equipment and work area in a clean, orderly manner on a daily basis and documents repairs required.

• Helps ensure an orderly transition between shifts, including provisions for completion of testing in progress.
• Evaluates the purchase of new lab equipment
• Develops procedural manuals for LIS
• Responsible for development and implementation of Quality Improvement Projects
• Assists with Medical Laboratory duties as required by department needs
• Abides by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Assists Director in establishing and coordinating personnel work schedules and assignments
• Provides LIS education
• Utilizes AIDET skills with each interaction with patients and coworkers

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED :

• Extensive knowledge of laboratory tests and procedures.
• Strong Math and computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL SKILLS :

• Integrity:
  • A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty and the willingness to do the right thing.
  • The ability to role model, inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System.
• Compassion:
  • A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of caring that is reflected in a high level of empathy and customer service with all that we come in contact.
  • Ability to manage conflict, consider other points of view, and offer alternative solutions without jeopardizing overall project direction and the ability to manage customer expectations.
• Accountability:
  • Demonstrated track record of ownership of situations, projects and issues.
  • Able to work autonomously and have a high degree of flexibility to adapt to changing projects, priorities and work volumes.
• Respect:
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse population.
  • Treat all internal and external customers with a positive, proactive service orientation.
• Excellence :
  • Strong communication and presentation skills with a proven ability to influence and lead teams to conclusion/decision making.
  • Proven ability to think strategically but also must be able to lead day-to-day tactical processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and provide coaching and leadership on complex projects.
  • Must be able to lead and/or facilitate process improvement.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• BS degree in a Medical Laboratory Science
• Three to five years previous Medical Laboratory Scientist experience

REQUIRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Registered with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, MLS (ASCP) and/or CLS. Registry with National Certification Agency for Medical Laboratory Personnel, i.e. AMTor HEW certification.

We offer competitive pay, a generous benefit package and a reason to be proud of what you do, every day.