Education Specialist, Lab

Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

The Education Specialist, Lab, is an experienced educator with advanced knowledge and training in health care. This role is responsible for activities related to assessment, coordination, planning, implementation, and evaluation of education and training programs for team members. The Education Specialist, Lab, participates in the development/mentoring of staff and will deliver evidenced-based practice and is instrumental in creating a professional climate. The Education Specialist, Lab may teach a wide variety of subjects, spanning from general practices to focused areas of specialization. This role will participate in education processes including the development of policies, procedures, patient education materials and preparing team members to provide quality patient care and education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·         Develop and implement, under supervision, a current and comprehensive organization-wide education plan for team members and providers.

·         Teach and or organize classroom and other education programs/pathways

·         Grade coursework and evaluate skills performance

·         Coordinate & participate in new hire and annual competency education/evaluations/validations.

·         Maintain competency in and function as an expert resource for required technical skills and theoretical/didactic knowledge

·         Facilitate role development, selection, and ongoing education and training of preceptors.

·         Act as a mentor, resource, and or preceptor for new hires to promote a culture of excellence and safety.

·         Act as a positive role model to others by demonstrating behaviors that support Tennessee Oncology’s philosophy, mission, and values

·         Collaborate with the providers, staff, and clinic/operations leadership to develop specific education/ training plans and materials

·         Create and provide training/in-services as needed for new or revised equipment, protocols, procedures, policies, healthcare content, regulatory requirements, etc.

·         Act as a resource and liaison with other departments to improve education processes.

·         Collaborate with supervisors to monitor outcomes to identify early trends/patterns and complete necessary training for the improvement of facility performance deficits.

·         Maintain specialty expertise through professional and educational association membership, meetings, and workshops

·         Participate in or lead, as appropriate, assigned teams or committees

·         Represent Tennessee Oncology at professional conferences

·         Stay up to date with education and training practices

·         Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

·         Ability to plan, coordinate, evaluate and direct simple and complex training activities

·         Strong organizational skills with an ability to effectively multi-task

·         Ability to work independently

·         Ability to provide developmental and positive feedback in a timely fashion

·         Ability to create and maintain a positive and professional environment conducive to learning

·         Ability to utilize constructive problem-solving techniques to promote change and address challenges.

·         Follow established channels for addressing issues, concerns, and problems

·         Effective oral and written communication skills

·         Proficiency in computer skills required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

·         Baccalaureate degree in subject matter or Associate's Degree with 4 years of relevant experience.

·         Recent experience with staff education required

·         ASCP or AMT certification within 6 months of eligibility  

·         Current State of Tennessee Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Scientist License required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds

·         Must be willing and able to travel to satellite clinics

Job Title:

Physical Activity Required

Amount of time

None

Less than 1/3
(Occasionally)

1/3 to 2/3
(Frequently)

More than 2/3
(Regularly)

Standing

x 

Walking

 x 

Sitting

 x

Fingering or manual dexterity

x 

Repetitive finger motion

x 

Lifting or exerting force

    Up to 10 pounds

    Up to 25 pounds

    Up to 50 pounds

 x

    Up to 100 pounds

    Over 100 pounds

Reaching or stretching

x 

Climbing or balancing

x 

Crouching or stooping

x 

Speaking

x 

Hearing

x 

Seeing (with correction)

x