Med Lab Tech-Testing
About the role
The medical lab technologist - testing performs specimen processing, test request entry, order entry verification and correction, and all clinical lab testing in Microbiology. Testing includes interpretation of smears and cultures, performing and interpreting identification and susceptibility tests, specialized testing in AFB, mycology, virology, parasitology and/or molecular methods as assigned. This technician also participates in quality control, continuous quality improvement, inventory control, professional development, training, and continuing education within the area.
Responsibilities
- Performs specimen processing
- Enters and verifies test requests
- Interprets smears and cultures
- Performs and interprets identification and susceptibility tests
- Specialized testing in AFB, mycology, virology, parasitology and/or molecular methods as assigned
- Participates in quality control, continuous quality improvement, inventory control, professional development, training, and continuing education
Requirements
- Minimum Education Required: 2-Year College Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Required Qualifications: Associate's degree in Medical Technology/Med Lab Science or biological science degree, with MT/MLS certification. If not certified, applicant must obtain MLS certification within 1 year of hire, with first board of certification test attempt within the first six months of hire
Qualifications
Minimum Education Required: 2-Year College Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications: Associate's degree in Medical Technology/Med Lab Science or biological science degree, with MT/MLS certification. If not certified, applicant must obtain MLS certification within 1 year of hire, with first board of certification test attempt within the first six months of hire
Skills
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Benefits
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Pay
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Schedule
Full time