Medical Laboratory Technician - Full Time Day Shift

The following information is designed to outline the functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained.  Job functions may change based on the organization needs.

General Position Summary:

This position performs, under supervision, waived and non-waived moderate complexity tests defined by CLIA in an accurate and timely manner under direct supervision. Performs lab procedures in all disciplines of the department, including the following sections; Microbiology, Serology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Hematology, and Blood Bank.  Assists with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities:

• Decisions concerning sample collection and handling
• Daily instrument maintenance and quality control
• Sample testing
• Collection and interpretation of data
• Maintenance of accurate records and reporting of data
• Knowledge of critical values
• Organizes work by matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; keeping work surfaces clean and orderly.
• Maintains quality results by running standards and controls, verifying equipment function through routine equipment maintenance and advanced trouble shooting; calibrating equipment utilizing approved testing procedures; monitoring quality control measures and protocols.
• Serves as technical resource by participating in staff training; answering questions of other professionals; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Identifies and communicates abnormal patient conditions by alerting supervisory personnel, the pathologist, the patient physician, or nurse; reporting mandated information to the public health department or other designated officials.
• Contributes to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers by following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Maintains patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential.
• Serves and protects the hospital community by adhering to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and JACHO standards.
• Enhances laboratory services and hospital reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Participates in departmental and hospital-wide informational meetings and in-services,

            including staff meetings, hospital-wide forums, and seminars.

• Reviews department and hospital-wide policies and procedures annually.
• Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards.
• Assists in specimen processing and answers phones as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional / Seasonal Responsibilities:

·         Workload increases during peak times of the year.

Job Scope:

This job involves:

·         Frequent new and varied work situations.

·         A high level of complexity.

·         Typical operation from established and well-known procedures;

·         Contributes to the development of new services, programs, or processes.

·         Performance of duties under independently-minimal direction.

Interpersonal Contacts:

Contacts:

·         Are normally made with others both inside and outside the association.

·         Are made with own department, staff, and supervisor as well as other departments and locations.

·         Frequently contain confidential/sensitive information necessitating discretion at all times.

·         Usually include face-to-face and telephone contact, with little e-mail contact.

·         Usually include staff, physicians, and patients.

This position requires operational knowledge of all Laboratory equipment and office equipment in the Laboratory department, including: fax, printer, phone systems, computer, and commonly used hospital computer programs (including Hospital Information Systems, MS Office, e-mail, and internet). Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Must also be service oriented and have excellent clinical skills, computer skills, supervisory skills, problem-solving skills, decision-making skills, customer service skills, organizational skills, multitasking skills, professional interpersonal skills, time management skills, the ability to prioritize work, and telephone etiquette. Requires the ability to distinguish colors.

Education and/or Experience:

Associates Degree in Laboratory Science related field; certification as MLT - ASCP, AMT, OR ABB required within 3 years of hire

High school graduate or equivalent AND enrollment in a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, the CAHEA, or other organization approved by HHS; or 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of academic credit from a regionally accredited college/ university with 6 semester hours (9 quarter hours) in chemistry and 6 semester hours (9 quarter hours) in biology, certification as MT- or MLT - ASCP, AMT, OR ABB required within 3 years of hire

Successful completion of a 50-week U.S. military Medical Laboratory training course within the last ten years

1 year of relevant experience, including documentation of appropriate training for the testing performed before analyzing patient specimens.

Physical Demands & Job Conditions:

Exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is subject to contact with chemicals, contact with infectious fluids, moderate lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, extensive computer work, and encounters with upset/disturbed individuals.

Physical motions include finger dexterity, standing, walking, stooping, talking, reaching, feeling, sitting, bending, kneeling, grasping, listening/hearing, handling, lifting up to 20 pounds, and repetitive motions of the hands, wrists, and feet.

This is considered a safety sensitive position.

OSHA Exposure Category: 1

Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.