Performs all tests commonly performed in a hospital laboratory. Maintains, operates, and troubleshoots equipment. Performs quality control.
Required Skills
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs a full range of clinical laboratory tests and examinations in all sections of the laboratory (chemistry, microbiology, hematology, urinalysis, blood bank, specimen dispatch).
- Follows established laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
- Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on all instruments. Implements and monitors daily quality control, and advises on a course of action when values are out of range. Documents all corrective action. Notifies lead technologist of problems and actions taken.
- Performs patient specimen testing. Ensures sample suitability. Evaluates, judges and interprets test results and ensures accuracy. Identifies and resolves inconsistencies in patient results.
- Accepts and processes samples for on-site testing or forwards to contracted reference laboratories.
- Maintains all record keeping systems in compliance with established procedures. Enters and verifies results using the laboratory information system.
- Assists, as instructed, in orientation of new employees, and other medical personnel. Participates in quality improvement process/projects, both in the lab and around the Health Center.
- Shares after hours on‑call, weekend and holiday coverage on a rotational basis. Responds in case of an internal or external disaster.
- Assists the Laboratory Manager in administrative duties as assigned.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the developmental stages of patients throughout the continuum of life as they relate to the collection of specimens and the interpretation of results.
- Is clear and concise, both verbally and in writing when communicating with staff and the public. Builds effective, supportive relationships with co-workers and internal/external customers. Uses positive interpersonal skills to promote success of team members and promote laboratory and health center goals.
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related Life Science field from an accredited institution.
- MT (ASCP) registry, or certification as Clinical Laboratory Scientist by NCA or MT (AMT); or obtain within 6 months of hire.