Job Description The Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for performing technical testing in a laboratory area (chemistry, special chemistry, urinalysis, serology, microbiology, blood bank, or hematology/coagulation). The MT/MLS performs clinical diagnostic testing to aid physicians and clinical care team in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient. Responsibilities Responsible for performing clinical laboratory procedures to obtain data for diagnosis and treatment of disease or disease processes Performs diagnostic tests for interpretation or therapeutic intervention as requested Performs varied or specialized bacteriological, serological, hematological and related examinations according to established standards Completes all testing; evaluates the validity of laboratory data, and records test results Operates and calibrates all equipment in the area of specialization Communicates the patient and health care information to the appropriate health care provider Reports all critical test results or critical results to the appropriate health care provider in a timely manner Communicates with physician, pathologists and clinical staff regarding test procedures and results Compiles and records test results into the electronic health record Communicates expectations to team members and support staff

Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent from a NAACLS accredited institution; or bachelor's degree in a related field of science may be accepted with required certification Certification Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by the American Society of Clinical Pathology. Certification required upon hire or must be obtained within three months of hire.

Experience:

None Skills:

Multitasking, time-management and organization