What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hematology Section Lead (MLT/MLS) position at PALMETTO PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS L?
Our outpatient clinic laboratory is seeking an experienced Hematology Section Lead to oversee daily operations of our hematology department while continuing to perform hands-on bench work.
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- Offer 401K with generous company match
- Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Offered
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform and oversee routine hematology testing, including CBCs, differentials, reticulocyte counts, ESR, and coagulation testing (PT/INR).
- Hemoglobin A1C, urinalysis, manual kit testing, and Cepheid GeneXpert Molecular testing.
- Review and verify test results for accuracy, flagging critical values and escalating abnormal findings per laboratory protocol.
- Serve as the technical lead for the hematology section, providing guidance, mentorship, and on-the-job training to MLS/MLT staff.
- Perform instrument calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and validation for hematology analyzers and related equipment.
- Monitor and document daily quality control (QC), identify QC failures, and implement corrective action in accordance with CLIA, CAP, and other applicable regulatory standards.
- Participate in proficiency testing (PT) activities and ensure timely, accurate submission of results.
- Develop, review, and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the hematology section.
- Assist the Laboratory Supervisor/Director with staff scheduling, workflow coordination, and workload distribution to meet turnaround time goals.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols, including proper specimen handling, biohazard disposal, and infection control practices.
- Investigate and resolve discrepant results, instrument errors, and specimen quality issues.
- Communicate professionally and effectively with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare providers regarding test results and specimen requirements.
- Participate in internal and external audits, inspections, and accreditation surveys (e.g., CAP, CLIA, Joint Commission).
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance, QC, competency assessments, and corrective actions.
Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with general laboratory duties outside of hematology (e.g., specimen processing, chemistry, or urinalysis) during staffing shortages.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives, or special projects as assigned.
- Assist with inventory management and ordering of hematology reagents and supplies.
- Provide input on the evaluation and validation of new instrumentation or testing methodologies.
- Assist with onboarding and orientation of new employees outside the hematology section.