Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician II
Profession: Med Lab Tech
Specialty: -
Duration: 10 weeks
Shift: Fri-Sun
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: 3 years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory setting required
License: ASCP or NCA registered required
Certifications: A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology or Associates degree with prerequisite coursework and clinical training
Must-Have:
- Capable of operating laboratory instrumentation
- Performing patient phlebotomy
- Ability to use standard office equipment, such as telephones, fax machines, and computer terminals
Description:
Performs laboratory analyses and quality testing independently, following well-defined criteria.
Performs duties under minimal supervision.
Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information.
Responsible for testing procedures, quality control, and proficiency testing to ensure that test results are accurate, timely, appropriate, and useful.
Verifies specimen integrity, sets priorities, evaluates and interprets data, and takes appropriate action per policy.
Performs appropriate documentation and assists in evaluation and implementation of new methods.
Assists with the upkeep of policy/procedure manuals.
Aware of resources and works efficiently to prevent waste.
Responsible for the proper operation of instruments, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to enable timely and accurate test results.
Operates lab instruments as assigned, performs instrument quality control, and documents results.
Takes appropriate action and performs preventive maintenance.
Troubleshoots instrument problems and understands the theory of instrument operations and mechanical functions.
Seeks help when necessary.
Responsible for proper use of information systems according to policy/procedure in ordering, receiving, and canceling tests.
Responsible for the review of pending lists and follow-up of pending tests.
Documents all actions appropriately in the computer system.
Maintains patient confidentiality per established policies.
Communicates information accurately, timely, clearly, and professionally with supervisors, coworkers, laboratory staff on other shifts, outside departments, physicians, nurses, and patients.
Follows through on communications and responds appropriately.
Maintains good rapport with peers and management.
Is aware of and follows laboratory and hospital policies/procedures.
Informs supervisors of issues or problems involving laboratory or hospital safety.
Maintains a safe work environment.
Completes all mandatory education and participates in available continuing education programs.
Works to meet department performance improvement goals.
Performs other job duties and responsibilities as required.
Work demands include frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and stooping.
May require lifting or moving items up to 50 lbs.
Requires visual acuity and normal color perception for interpretation of lab orders and proper collection techniques.
Exposure to blood, body fluids, and potential infectious materials.
Works in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment that may be interruptive and stressful.
May be required to take call and/or work weekends or holidays based on department needs.