Medical Laboratory Technologist II Lead - Central Regional Hospital

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Considerable knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation and terminology.

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Dept of Health and Human Services

Central Regional Hospital

Medical Laboratory Technologist II (S)

60043644

MH16

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

The primary purpose of this position is to assist the supervisor with overall laboratory planning, budgeting, and management of laboratory operations. This position assists the supervisor with staff selection, performance evaluation, and the laboratory information system (LIS) related tasks. In the supervisor's absence the employee directs the overall operation of the laboratory and supervises the lower-level technologists and laboratory assistants. The employee serves as a technical resource to the other staff in quality control, equipment, and instrumentation, troubleshooting and procedure problems. The position may assign and review all work. Central Regional Laboratory provides services to over 800 patients (CRH, Murdoch and Whitaker) at an inhouse volume of ~15,000 tests plus another 300 accessioned and sent to specialty contract lab monthly. The lab maintains accreditation with the College of American Pathologists.

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

Considerable knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation and terminology.
Considerable knowledge of the basic pathophysiological processes being monitored and how the medical laboratory science is applied.
Considerable knowledge of quality control standards and procedures
Thorough knowledge of the theoretical application of procedures utilized in the work area, the clinical interface, and the laboratory operational policies and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of the hazards of working with potentially infectious materials and the appropriate safety precautions to avoid infections.

This is a full-time position and eligible for the full State benefits package including health insurance and retirement. The normal work schedule is variable Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.; however, flexibility is required to meet facility needs.

What We Offer

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CRH is a State-of-the Art psychiatric hospital located in Butner, NC. Our location is ideal with four seasons, mild temperatures and provides an easy commute to the N.C. mountains or beaches. Butner possesses small town charm but is within 30 minutes of a major metropolitan area including Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, NC. The people we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the hospital. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the hospital to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve.

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre- employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Application Process

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory technology, chemistry or a biological science from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in a medical laboratory in the assigned area;

Associate’s degree in medical technology from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of medical laboratory experience;

Completion of a certified laboratory assistant course in medical technology or a comparable course from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of medical laboratory experience;

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Theodora Bumpass Ramsey

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