Medical Technologist or MLT (665)

This is a split position of two openings. Each position is 8 hours per day. One week you would work two days, the next week you would work three days. Each position needs to be available to cover fill-in hours when needed.

THE MISSION STATEMENT

To take care of people with passion, pride, and respect.

OVERALL EXPECTATIONS STATEMENT

Providing exceptional care for our patients as well as recognizing the value of your co-workers is the expectation of all members of the Prevea Clinic organization. All members are expected to focus on the patient’s needs; relate to all in a friendly, accepting manner; communicate in a positive and professional way to patients and co workers; use time effectively and efficiently; and demonstrate an overall high level of performance.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (This list may not include all of the duties assigned.)

• Perform phlebotomy procedures.

• Perform laboratory procedures.

• Maintain records of procedure performance, patient results, and quality control.

• Maintain and operate laboratory equipment.

• Computer entry with knowledge of CPT and ICD-9 codes.

• Work closely with physicians, support staff, patients.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Other duties as assigned.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.

• Ability to work independently.

• Ability to communicate clearly.

• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.

• Experienced in generalist lab work.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• MT or MLT, ASCP certified or equivalent.

• One year of experience in a laboratory setting preferred.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work may require sitting for long periods of time; also stooping, bending, and stretching for files and supplies. Occasionally lifting files or paper weighing up to 30 lbs. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, type, operate a calculator, telephone, copier, fax machine, and such other office equipment as necessary. Vision must be correctable to 20/40 and hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts. It is necessary to view and type on computer keyboard and to work in an environment which can be very stressful.

Physical requirements may require restraining pediatric patients.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment. Work is performed in the laboratory area and involves frequent contact with patients. Work may be stressful at times. Interaction with others is constant and interruptive.