Medical Technologist

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

Performs routine medical laboratory testing procedures using a variety of laboratory instrumentation. Maintains proper quality control procedures. Performs quality control checks of instrumentation against established standards. Performs preventative maintenance required on all laboratory instrumentation. Establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with patients, medical staff, peers and the public. Operates the laboratory information system. Support staff on all shifts, must be flexible to work extended hours and take call as necessary. Maintain a safe, clean and appropriate work area. Maintain and replenish inventory of supplies. Obtain specimens by venipuncture at outpatient draw station and clinic affiliates. Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information in accordance with HIPAA. Work as a team member within the laboratory department and all other departments within the hospital and clinic affiliates. Document work processes as required. Perform other duties as assigned. Ability to perform in all areas of the laboratory including, but not limited to, hematology, chemistry, coagulation, immunoassay, blood gases, blood banking, serology and urinalysis. Organizes work by matching computer orders with specimen labels, sorting specimens, logging specimens, receiving specimens, prioritizing specimens collection and analysis, submitting complete reports to providers, while keeping work spaces clean and orderly. Identifies and communicates abnormal laboratory values by alerting supervisory personnel, the patient's physician or nursing service. Ability to work independently. Ability to obtain blood specimens by venipuncture and capillary collection. Ability to operate a variety of laboratory instrumentation. Ability to perform required preventative maintenance on all instrumentation. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, management, peers and the public. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills including the ability to manage interactions with difficult people, in difficult situations . Excellent and professional communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent. Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory or Clinical Laboratory Science program.

Certification/Licensure:

Registration with an accredited MT organization. (i.e. ASCP)

Experience:

Minimum two {2) years experience in a clinical laboratory setting preferred.