The Medical Laboratory Technician performs all phases of pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical testing in the laboratory and is responsible for performing routine procedures including preparing slides.
- Full Time/Benefits Eligible
- Monday- Friday 7am-3:30pm, Friday - 11:00am-9:30pm
- Westerville, OH
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform waived, moderate and highly complex laboratory testing.
- Testing conducted includes hematology, microbiology, molecular, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis
- Methods include manual kit tests, fully automated analyzers and microscopy
- Testing performed on blood, urine and other body fluids
- Follow all policy and procedures established by Laboratory Director and Management team.
- Perform calibration and quality control checks for all types of instrumentation.
- Perform routine laboratory maintenance on all types of laboratory instrumentation.
- Perform unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on all instrumentation.
- Ensure accurate results prior to reporting.
- Perform routine laboratory procedures such as preparing slides.
- Process and prepare specimens for laboratory testing.
- Perform phlebotomy procedures to obtain samples for laboratory testing.
- Assist with supply inventory.
- Maintain a clean and well-organized work environment.
- Collect data, prepare reports, answer correspondence and compile statistics as directed.
- Analyze proficiency testing material and submit results.
- Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
- Fulfill continuing education requirement by completing written assignments or attending workshops.
- Follows OSHA guidelines
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Required: Knowledge of current medical terminology as it relates to laboratory medicine
- Required: Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and testing to perform quality control, calibration and troubleshooting of instrumentation
Education, Licensures & Certifications
- Required: ASCP or equivalent certification as an MLT and/or A.A.S in Medical Laboratory Technology
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of computer instrument interfaces
- Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results
- Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public
- Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in the laboratory field
- Ability to follow written protocols
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to communicate clearly