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Confluence Health
Medical Lab Technician II
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What they do
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.
$63,980 / year median in Washington
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Salary Range $35.26
- $58.
Position Reports To :
Laboratory Manager Essential Functions Proficient in all aspects of the MLT I role. Perform moderate and high complexity testing according to published procedures and turnaround times. Validation of test results to include recognizing questionable results with investigation to determine root cause. Once root cause is determined appropriate action is taken prior to release of results to customer. Communicate written and verbal information to customers regarding appropriate specimen collection, transport, and test methodology. Ability to interpret test results and address client issues in an effective and courteous manner. Interpret, initiate, and comply withCLIA/CAP/DOH/DNV
regulatory guidelines for laboratory testing. Ability to utilize critical thinking for problem solving. Ability to multitask effectively and accurately in a stressful environment. Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification. Other duties as assigned. Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.Qualifications Required:
Certification of MLT (ASCP), or equivalent within 6 months of hire. Trained and competent in high complexity testing within 6 months of being hired.Desired:
Two years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician. Physical/Sensory Demands O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday. F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday. C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:
Walking- F Sitting/Standing
F Reaching:
Shoulder HeightO Reaching:
Above shoulder heightO Reaching:
Below shoulder height- O Climbing
O Pulling/Pushing:
25 pounds or lessO Pulling/Pushing:
25 pounds to 50 poundsO Pulling/Pushing:
Over 50 poundsO Lifting:
25 pounds or lessF Lifting:
25 pounds to 50 poundsF Lifting:
Over 50 poundsO Carrying:
25 pounds or lessF Carrying:
25 pounds to 50 poundsO Carrying:
Over 50 pounds- O Crawling/Kneeling
- O Bending/Stooping/Crouching
- F Twisting/Turning
- F Repetitive Movement
O Working Conditions:
Work is performed inside and requires working both independently and as part of a team. Overtime may be required. Protective clothing and equipment are required due to potential exposure to infectious diseases.Job Classification:
FLSA:
Non-Exempt Hourly/Salary:
Hourly Physical Exposures For This Position:
Unprotected Heights- No Heat
- No Cold
- No Mechanical Hazards
- Yes Hazardous Substances
- Yes Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential
- Yes Lighting
- Yes Noise
- Yes Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation
- No Infectious Diseases