Medical Laboratory Technician Core Lab Days

Part Time (48 Hours/Biweekly)

Shift: Day/Evening/Nights (8 Hour Shifts)

Primarily dayshift every third holiday every third weekend

Performs and interprets routine diagnostic procedures in chemistry hematology microbiology and immunology. General technicians will ordinarily be assigned to regular routine work in various divisions of the laboratory.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

and follows hospital fire and safety procedures: knows personal role in case of a fire.
membership and active participation in ASCP as a registered Medical Laboratory Technician.
and follows all departmental policies and procedures.
a thorough knowledge of safety requirements in the laboratory as well as special requirements in the designated area of responsibility.
and re-assigns workload in order to comply with emergency or critical request requirements.
with other shifts regarding departmental work.
routine and stat procedures according to laboratory specifications as described in procedure manuals; performs repeat testing when results are questionable.
patient specimens using age specific criteria when needed and correctly labels and initials.
procedures within the stated turn-around time at least 95% of the time.
stat or critical values according to current laboratory policy.
results into computer system within 1 hour of test completion with a minimum of 99% accuracy.
and interprets diagnostic procedures; performs repeat tests when results are questionable.
adequacy of submitted specimens.
familiar with reference ranges knows expected deviations from normal and acts according to prescribed procedures. Investigates possible causes for abnormal results.
and results quality control as required and reports corrective action in maintenance logs for Quality Control problems 100% of the time. Ensures that quality control criteria are met before patients reports are accepted.
preventative and corrective maintenance on instruments and reports in writing if instruments not functioning properly.
17. Applies problem solving and trouble shooting skills to identify problems affecting instruments techniques or other components.
familiar with and helps comply with QA standards and indicators.
and demonstrates compliance with regulations established by accrediting bodies through successful participation in CAP and other inspection entities.
and achieves departmental competency in bench skills with annual assessment by Section Manager with completion of annual packets for each department as appropriate.
cost saving procedures commensurate with maintaining quality standards.
continuing education seminars/professional meetings.
with evaluation of new or modified techniques.
in training new employees.
with student interns and student tours of the laboratory.
and restocks supplies as depleted alerts manager when necessary.
countertops a minimum of once per shift or as required to maintain a safe and sanitary work environment.
and demonstrates a thorough understanding of test procedures in the designated departmental area.
proficiency in operating maintaining and troubleshooting all automated equipment in the designated departmental area.
participates in CAP surveys.
monthly staff meetings to stay informed of continual changes in the laboratory.
charge role duties in the absence of Section Manager when appropriate.
continuing education seminars/professional meetings. Fulfills annual continuing education requirements and reports to Education Department for tracking.
other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Standards

Education: Meets educational requirements set forth by ASCP for a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT). Associate degree preferred.

Experience: Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills required.

Certifications/Licensure: Registered or registry eligible as a Medical Laboratory Technician by the Registry Board of the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologist (AMT). Must achieve registered status within one year of employment.

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support including DailyPay

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