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Baptist Health

Medical Lab Technician - 7/7; Wed-Tues; 8:30p-7a

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A Medical Laboratory Technician helps with the performance of laboratory tests in toxicology, chemistry, hematology, immunology, and microbiology laboratories, which provide information for medical patient diagnosis and treatment. Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment, makes observations, and calculates and records results; receives, types, tests, and records blood bank inventories.

$48,928 / year median in Alabama

+9% projected growth

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Position Summary At Baptist Health, our mission is to improve the health and quality of life for the individuals and communities we serve. Baptist Health Princeton Hospital offers great NEW competitive pay and benefits! Medical, Dental, Vision 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/matching Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start) Life Insurance Extended Leave Plan (ELP) Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care) Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt ALL benefits start on day one! Position Summary Performs moderately complex general laboratory testing in the area(s) of licensure under the direction of a Medical Technologist. Responsibilities Essential Functions Performs and reports routine laboratory testing following established policies and procedures to ensure the highest quality of laboratory results within established timeframes. Verifies results and quality control data for accuracy and reliability. Performs, evaluates, and documents all quality control, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures. Demonstrates computer system proficiency including ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions. Ensures proper utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies. Communicates critical results to the patient caregiver. Regularly reports all unusual findings to the immediate supervisor. Regularly reports work activities and pending work to the oncoming technologist. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions Assumes one or more of the following responsibilities under the supervision of the
Medical Technologist or Team Leader:
supply/reagent ordering or preparation, primary operator of minor instrumentation, projects, or teaching/training. Performs specimen collection procedures, specimen receiving and processing as required. Answers the telephone and greets guests to the department. Maintains current job knowledge in order to effectively instruct students or other personnel. Responsible for an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program including performance and evaluation of key quality indicators. Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements. Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area. Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times. Perform other duties as directed under supervision of Medical Technologist or Team Leader. Qualifications Education/Training Graduate from an approved school of medical laboratory technician. required or Associate degree in related field. required Licensure/Certification None. Experience None.