Lab Technical Assistant I

About the role

Under the direction of the Medical Technologist, the Lab Technical Assistant is responsible for performing preparatory portions of laboratory tests within scope of practice under Tennessee Medical Laboratory Act. Procedures are performed in the assigned Laboratory areas, such as Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, or Microbiology. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Responsibilities

• Performs pre analytical and post analytical portions of laboratory tests within scope of practice under Tennessee Medical Laboratory Act.
• Performs clerical duties as required.
• Maintains inventory and stocking of supplies and equipment in the laboratory areas according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
• Follows established procedures for laboratory quality assurance, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, safety, competency, and policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred: Currently enrolled in a college program Medical Technology
• Preferred: Technical Degree or Diploma Phlebotomy

Work Experience:

• Required: Laboratory with strong clinical knowledge related to laboratory testing procedures 1-3 years

Skills

• Strong knowledge of specimen requirements and medical terminology.
• Knowledge related to standard laboratory methods, practices, procedures, policies, regulations, and laboratory materials and equipment.
• Knowledge in laboratory quality assurance procedures.
• Demonstrates effective teamwork.
• Strong attention to detail skills.
• Proficient in basic computer skills.
• Demonstrates quality customer service skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally with Associates, physicians and other outside professionals.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of own and others' work flow.

Physical demands

• Invasive and non-invasive patient contact throughout the shift.
• Exposure to patient body fluids.
• Must be able to react quickly in emergency situations.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate both orally and written to other individuals.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 25 lbs. periodically throughout the shift.
• Must be able to stand, walk, climb stairs, sit in one place, squat and kneel periodically throughout shift.
• Must be able to reach, bend, and twist periodically throughout shift.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• Use of hands for gripping and squeezing, as well as repetitive hand to wrist motion.
• Must have good hand-eye coordination.
• Normal eye-motor coordination, manual dexterity and visual perception.