Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory Technician Position Summary Performs and reports variety of simple to complex laboratory procedures and tests which involve limited independent judgment and interpretation but which require the use of scientific techniques and skills to operate certain sophisticated electronic laboratory equipment. Minimum Qualifications Work Experience Previous Medical Laboratory Technician experience preferred. Education Associate s degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or a related scientific field (OR) U.S. Military medical laboratory training required. Other education may serve in lieu of required associate's degree when combined with a Medical Laboratory Technician certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT). Certifications/Licensure Certification as Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT) required within one year from hire or placement. Job Specific Performance Standards The duties listed below are a summary of the major essential functions of this position. The position may require other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned, and specific functions may change from time to time. Performs venipuncture and capillary collections and processes specimens. Performs and reports EKGs and urinalysis testing. Performs and reports, according to established procedures, a variety of simple to complex laboratory tests and quality control which involve limited independent judgment and interpretation and which utilize mathematical skills, manual dexterity, specific analytical and scientific technique as well as skills to operate certain sophisticated electronic laboratory equipment in the areas of chemistry, hematology, immunohematology, immunology, and/or microbiology. Assists with training of Laboratory Assistants. Inspects quality control and maintains equipment, supplies and reagents to assure validity of function and results. Manages and operates laboratory equipment safely and correctly and follows standard precautions. Participates in continuing education including self-education. Maintains current knowledge of hospital policy, JCAHO, state and other regulatory requirements.