Sr Clin Lab Technologist - Transfusion
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Sr Clin Lab Technologist - TransfusionBasic FunctionPerforms a wide variety of laboratory chemical, microscopic and/or bacteriologic tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases.ScopeWorking in Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare Clinical Laboratory Services Section/Medical & Technical Support Services department in Dhahran, Al Hasa, Ras Tanura, Abqaiq and Udhailiyah (HA, RT, ABQ and UDH) under direction and supervision of Clinical Laboratory Technologist Specialist.Technologists deal with infectious samples, examining microorganisms for medical purposes while exercising the best safety measures to minimize the risk of any hazardous accidents.Dhahran Medical Technologist may rotate through the various areas within the laboratory in order to be familiar with the different lab procedures/tests performed throughout the lab especially when working shifts.District Medical Technologist performs a variety of clinical tests in a combination of areas of specialization.Principal ContactsHas daily direct contact with triage/collection lab for specimen collection, and with pathologies, physicians, nurses or other healthcare workers such as infection control and epidemiology in order to collaborate results and attend to questions/concerns about specimens, communicable/reportable diseases and laboratory reports. Report to Technical Supervisor.Principal DutiesAll techs should be familiar with Laboratory interface system (LIS), daily Quality Control (QC), Calibration and Preventive Maintenance (PM) activities along with basic troubleshooting of instruments.Assist the Medical Lab Specialist in the day-day operation.Check patient's samples to determine whether specimen collection process including patient identification were performed appropriately.Trained to handle full shift, night skipper and stagger duties and are flexible to overtime according to operational needs.Perform internal and external (CAP) survey when assigned by the lab manager or leader.Performs all functions that are required for the laboratory to maintain and meet the standards specified by accrediting agencies such as College of American Pathologists (CAP), Joint Commission International (JCI) , American Association for Blood Bank (AABB), Saudi Central Board for Accreditation of Healthcare Institutions(CBAHI)Oversees orientation and training for assigned employees in coordination with medical laboratory training coordinator.Responsible for the operation and maintenance of section instrumentation as assigned.Performs monitoring, recording waste and inventory of supply items.Performs and effectively evaluates & documents the quality control for each procedure performed.Demonstrates general knowledge and understanding of QC by effectively using the appropriate QC guidelines and follow up.Responsible for performing and Perform daily QC and PM activities along with basic troubleshooting of instruments.Responsible for the operation and maintenance of instrumentation as assigned.Maintaining and operating standard laboratory equipment, for example Centrifuges and pipettes.Maintains clean and sanitary work area in accordance with standard laboratory practice and procedures.Principal Duties (cont'd)TransfusionMedicine:Provide day To day blood bank operationHelps in recruiting, registering and scheduling volunteer blood donors.Screens and draws Whole Blood donors (including Therapeutic, Autologus and Directed) in accordance with the standards of the American Association of Blood Banks and established JHAH Operating Manuals.Screens and performs Platelet Apheresis procedures in accordance with the standards of the American Association of Blood Banks and established JHAH Operating Manuals.Be familiar with the guidelines for the recognition and treatment of various donor reactions.Processes whole blood units into various blood components in accordance to the operation demands.Performs all the blood bank required testing on donated units.Prepares donor's specimens that should be tested in different lab sections.Performs all the required pre-transfusion patients testing. This includes, but not limited to, blood type, antibody screen, antibody identification, Direct Antiglubuin Testing and crossmatch …etc.Participates in training new hire employees, internship and summer students.Enters all donors and patient testing/information in blood bank information testing.Participates in all planned and unplanned drills and safety inspections.Helps in method's and instrument's validations.Performs Therapeutic Aphersis Procedures.Helps in ordering blood bank material.Participates in the evaluation of new procedures and analytical systems, modification of existing procedures, update of procedure manuals, evaluation of new products, and other investigative projects.Participates in the performance evaluation of subordinate personnel as required. Assists less experienced personnel by providing technical guidance and help in solving problems.Principal Duties (cont'd)Point of Care Testing (POCT):POC Training & Certification: Able to solely carry out complete POC training for nurses/caregivers. Must be able to answer all their queries & direct them on a daily basis as required. Performs site quality management activities for testing, policies, accreditation and licensure. Manages training & certification of nursing staffand administering competency assessments in all areas of POCT.POC Procedure Study & Implementation: study all aspects of implementing POC procedures which enhance patient encounter & improve health outcomes. This includes but is not limited to validation studies, comparative studies, expansions, etc. Able to exercise independent judgment, analytic priority-setting, & troubleshooting skills.Point of Care & Quality Assurance Coordinator: Accountable for laboratory quality and process improvement efforts, through timely review and analysis of quality assurance data, preparing summaries and reports, and coordinating required follow-up and process improvement activities in all laboratory sections.Accountable for accuracy and reliability of all laboratory testing performed outside laboratory by non-laboratory staff. Interacts withLaboratory Services Manager,Medical Director,Quality Improvement & Risk Management Director, and other managers and physicians, as necessary, to ensure that all regulatory requirements are met, according to established protocol for hospital performing high complexity point of care testing (POCT)procedures, as defined by standards of Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). Drafts all necessary policies, procedures, and POCT training and competency documents utilized by POCTpersonnel, and maintains records of competency testing, according to regulatory guidelines. Prepares regular summaries for senior laboratory leadership team. Responsible for performing special projects, as assigned.Other if applicable:LIS Functions: Must have full knowledge and proficiency on the day to day LIS functionalities employed in the section such as MEM, OEM, OER, PL, MIQ, IQ, REI, Transfusion and Donor Processing, etc. Train the new-hires on the LIS functionalities used in the section as deem necessary.Comply with the applicable JHAH Safety rules and policies, standard precautions and maintain safe work practices at all times.Report injuries, spills, unsafe conditions, near misses and incidents immediately.Maintain knowledge of Safety requirements including Emergency Response actions, Fire Training, mandatory Safety courses, BLS certification and participate in all required Safety drillsEducationA bachelor's degree in medical technology or science program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) is requiredExperienceMinimum of 5 years' technical experience in Clinical laboratoryCertification/Other requirements as applicableSaudi Commission for health specialties Licensure requirement must be met.All medical technologists must be certified through the Board of Certification (BOC)Good communication in oral and written English.Must possess a keen sense of responsibility with regards to the business operation of section as dealing with manpower and materials budget.Must be familiar with proficiency testing, quality control, key performance indicators and accreditation standards and requirements.Thorough knowledge of company policies and procedures, statistics and JHAH emergency disaster plans and response.Acceptable level of analytical ability in order to complete tasks assigned, gather and interpret data from different courses, and resolve problems.Good computer skillMust be qualified for the required Medical License.Willing to work shift pattern as required (day, evening, night).Willing to work overtime if required.Flexible, and willing to work in any Clinical laboratory District -wide(HA, RT, ABQ and UDH)
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