Med Lab Tech

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Evening Shift Description:

MED LAB TECH BOISE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER GENERAL SUMMARY AND PURPOSE

Under general direction of a Medical Technologist, performs tests related to the diagnosis and treatment of patient by utilizing various medical laboratory procedures in the Clinical Laboratory. Correlates and integrates other patient data when interpreting test results. Uses professional judgment and has an in-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, scientific principles, quality control, and instrument maintenance. Recognizes problems, identifies causes, and determines alternative methods and solutions.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

An Associate degree with ASCP (MLT) certification OR equivalent certification OR at least 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of academic credit from a regionally accredited college/university, including 6 semester hours (9 quarter hours) of chemistry and 6 semester hours (9 quarters hours) of biology AND successful completion of a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course. Experience in a clinical laboratory preferred. Completion of medical technology training required.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organizational Mission, Core Values, and Vision in behaviors, practices, policies and decisions. 2.Demonstrates knowledge and compliance with all departmental policies and procedures relevant to the scope of activities including safety policies. Performs, records and reviews scheduled QC. Takes immediate corrective action when QC data is outside established limits. Performs and records routine maintenance of equipment. Recognizes and documents poor instrument performance and takes appropriate action independently. Verifies specimen labeling, integrity and suitability before performing testing. Accurately performs low, medium and high complexity testing procedures according to established protocols and regulatory requirements. Reports test results accurately and appropriately. Reports critical test results to physician, nursing station or physician office according to established protocol. Ability to prioritize work to maintain maximum efficiency. Uses spare time to assist other areas as needed. Performs phlebotomy when needed according to laboratory policies and procedures. Monitors supply inventory and takes appropriate action to ensure that needed supplies are readily available. Reviews work performed by clinical laboratory assistants. Performs corrective actions if required. Performs expected tasks without direction of supervisor. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we're 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.