Job Description

The Pathology Department is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Specialist who will serve as a senior member of the laboratory staff and assists the laboratory supervisor in the daily administration of lab functions. The candidate must have a solid foundation in Immunology and Genetics as it applies to organ transplantation. This advanced scientific knowledge will be applied to trouble-shooting technical assays, data analysis/review, assay development and other clinical activities of the laboratory as delegated by the laboratory supervisor and managers. Additionally, this deeper understanding of transplantation science allows for more independent research activities by these individuals.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned by the Laboratory Director/Manager/Supervisor.
Participate in deceased donor on-call responsibilities.
Assist in troubleshooting of assays or analysis tools
Assist supervisor in the evaluation of new techniques and protocols.
Participate in procedure and protocol manual review.
Communicate with transplant program stakeholders to help evaluate potential donors
Oversee data entry and integrity in outside databases for organizations like National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) and United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS).
Determine cases/results that need further review by supervisor/manager/director.
Collate results from multiple high complexity assays and provide results to clinicians.
Provide decision support to other members of the laboratory.
Perform high complexity tests.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

This position requires certification and advanced understanding of laboratory operations.
Working under minimal supervision, performs a variety of both routine and complex clinical laboratory data analysis in accordance with established standards and procedures.
The primary duties and responsibilities of the job require an advanced foundation in Immunology and Genetics as it applies to organ transplantation.
Uses understanding of transplantation science to perform independent assignments.
Advanced scientific knowledge will be applied to trouble-shooting technical assays, the day-to-day oversight of clinical data interpretation of the laboratory as delegated by the faculty or supervisor/manager.
Attention to defined lab procedures and safe manipulation of lab equipment at all times. These require a professional level of knowledge to properly execute and analyze results, especially where results are abnormal or atypical.
Trains and instructs other testing personnel on lab procedures.
Teaches residents/fellows rotating through the lab and performs Quality Control review.
Performs validation of new methods and/or new tests, writes final draft of patient report for Director or signs out reports if delegated by the Director.
Specific duties may vary according to rotation assigned.
Required attendance and on-call position.

Work Environment /While performing the duties of this job

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) up to 70% of the time.
Occasionally required to traverse throughout the laboratory or to retrieve equipment, supplies, or specimens from other locations on campus.
The employee is required to operate computer keyboard, laboratory instruments, and small laboratory tools such as pipettes, cutting instruments, glass tubes, dishes, and/or slides. Constantly repositions self to perform duties at laboratory work stations, gathering specimens, and loading equipment.
Prolonged vision requirements including viewing computer screen, paper reports/documents, charts and results.
Visual acuity is required to distinguish fine gradation of color or structure and closely examine specimens (including via a microscope).

Laboratory Environment

Exposure to toxins and infectious agents exist, but potential for personal injury or harm is minimized if established safety and health precautions are followed.
Must refer to and are expected to comply with procedure manuals, follow proper laboratory protocols and safety policy/procedures, and be familiar with material data safety sheets in assigned work areas.
Able to read and understand all Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) guidelines applicable to assigned work area.
Working in laboratory where there may be discomforts due to odors, noise, temperature fluctuations, and working around lab equipment.
Research areas may include animal, human, human products, DNA, radiation protocols, and other bio-hazardous materials.
Use of personal protective equipment may be advised or required.
May transport equipment and supplies usually less than 40 pounds from one area to another (in the laboratory or on campus (specify).
May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with proper training, or precautions/lifting aides (example: supply boxes or Formalin cubes).
In some areas work space is limited.
Staff may be required to complete annual competency review, and must ensure compliance with Johns Hopkins Policy, Laboratory Policy & Procedure, Health, Safety & Environment regulations, and all applicable privacy & confidentiality laws/practices.
On –Call & Pager assigned duties, required.
Many department laboratories operate 24/7 with schedules on day, evening, or night shift.
Rotating schedules which may include weekend work and holiday assignment. (Overtime possible when authorized/needed to meet business and patient needs).

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
Five year's experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques.
Master's degree, with related graduate research, may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred advanced degree, Masters or PhD in related science.
Specialized Certification such as CHS, MLT, MLS, Lean Six Sigma Green/Yellow/Black belt or similar.

Classified Title: Clinical Laboratory Specialist

Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD

Starting Salary Range: Min $55,200 - Max $96,600 Annually ($74,925 Budgeted; Commensurate with experience)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: M-F, 7:00am-3:30pm, rotating weekend and night on call

Exempt Status: Exempt

Location: School of Medicine Campus

Department name: SOM Pat Transfusion Medicine

Personnel area: School of Medicine

Total Rewards

The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/

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This job was posted on Fri Aug 11 2023 and expired on Mon Aug 28 2023.

Minimum $37K /yr

$49K /yr Average

Maximum $61K /yr

Tasks

Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine, or spinal fluid, to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.

Analyze laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.

Operate, calibrate, or maintain equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis, such as spectrophotometers, calorimeters, flame photometers, or computer-controlled analyzers.

Collect and study blood samples to determine the number of cells, their morphology, or their blood group, blood type, or compatibility for transfusion purposes, using microscopic techniques.

Enter data from analysis of medical tests or clinical results into computer for storage.

Establish or monitor quality assurance programs or activities to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results.

Analyze samples of biological material for chemical content or reaction.

Set up, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment.

Provide technical information about test results to physicians, family members, or researchers.

Cultivate, isolate, or assist in identifying microbial organisms or perform various tests on these microorganisms.

Supervise, train, or direct lab assistants, medical and clinical laboratory technicians or technologists, or other medical laboratory workers engaged in laboratory testing.

Develop, standardize, evaluate, or modify procedures, techniques, or tests used in the analysis of specimens or in medical laboratory experiments.

Harvest cell cultures at optimum time, based on knowledge of cell cycle differences and culture conditions.

Select and prepare specimens and media for cell cultures, using aseptic technique and knowledge of medium components and cell requirements.

Obtain, cut, stain, and mount biological material on slides for microscopic study and diagnosis, following standard laboratory procedures.

Conduct medical research under direction of microbiologist or biochemist.

Skills

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Knowledge

Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Chemistry - Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Biology - Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.

Medicine and Dentistry - Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.