Job Title: Laboratory Technologist
Profession: Medical Laboratory
Specialty: Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Phlebotomist, Medic
Duration: 26 weeks
Shift: Evenings
Hours per Shift: Not specified
Experience: Minimum Years of Experience: 0
License: Not specified
Certifications: Certification/registration or certification/registry eligible as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Technician is required.
Must-Have: Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Medical Technology or a related area of specialty. Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology. Skill in both verbal and written communication.
Description:
Performs tasks, duties, and complex tests in all areas of the laboratory assigned including hematology, immunohematology, immunology, bacteriology, microscopy, routine chemistry, and therapeutic drug monitoring according to established laboratory protocols and procedures.
Performs phlebotomies, including arterial puncture, capillary punctures, and venipunctures as appropriate for the patient requiring the procedure, applying age-specific criteria as required.
Processes specimens utilizing protocols and technical knowledge.
Calibrates, standardizes, and maintains instruments following established procedures.
Performs quality control, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting protocols to ensure proper functioning of instruments, reagents, and procedures.
Prepares and maintains reagent supplies necessary to perform tests.
Validates and reports results of tests performed accurately and in a timely manner.
Assists in the maintenance and development of laboratory policy and procedural manuals.
Assists with orientation and teaching students and new employees.
Researches and develops new procedures as assigned.
Follows established safety practices including biohazards, exposure control plans, infection control, and chemical hygiene standards.
Promotes effective working relationships and works effectively as part of a department and team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goals and objectives.
Attends all in-service education as required by hospital policy and national credentialing agency requirements.
Demonstrates respect for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Seeks out needed information by staying informed and involved.
Reliable attendance and punctuality, including observing appropriate break times and extending a scheduled shift when necessary to meet patient demands.
Performs duties in a safe manner, in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
Complies with the Code of Conduct and all appropriate policies and procedures.
Maintains current knowledge of the hospital-wide Quality Improvement Program.
Collaborates with management to improve the effectiveness of the department through the Quality Improvement plans and processes.
Participates in departmental and hospital-wide Quality Improvement activities as directed by the manager.
Adheres to federal, state, and local statutes and regulations.
Adheres to the Compliance Program policies and procedures.
Communicates any concerns related to compliance issues to the manager or Compliance Officer.
Communicates any concerns related to confidentiality issues to the Privacy Officer.