Medical Laboratory Technologist

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager, the Medical Laboratory Technologist performs general tests on patients of all ages, which regularly require a professional level of knowledge to execute, interpret, and analyze in an accurate and timely manner.

JOB-SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs clinical laboratory procedures following established guidelines. Resolves technical problems and exhibits other critical thinking skills. Performs and monitors Quality Control /instrument maintenance. Enters/ retrieves/transmits laboratory test data into LIS/HIS. Maintains complete and accurate documentation. Complies with regulations of all existing applicable state, federal, and regulatory agencies. Assists with the ordering, maintaining, and stocking of supplies. Participates in departmental QA and collects data as directed. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the Laboratory Information System. Attends regularly scheduled meetings as indicated by Department Supervisor. Responsible for accuracy of the test results. Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Minimum of a high school required. Associate degree in clinical laboratory science, biomedical science, medical technology, or in a life / biological science (biology, biochemistry, microbiology, etc.) preferred

EXPERIENCE

One (1) year as a Medical Laboratory Technologist is required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Certification as a medical laboratory technician or clinical laboratory technician by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), AMT (American Medical Technologists), or AAB (American Association of Bioanalysts. Must obtain current tuberculosis test within the first fourteen (14) days of employment and annually after that. Maintain current certification in good standing during employment with this facility, or obtain within thirty (30) days of hire