Med Lab Technologist, Lab Srvc - Molecular (Nights)

JOB SUMMARY

Medical Laboratory Technologist, Laboratory Services provides technical skills necessary in performing laboratory procedures.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in a Clinical Laboratory Science or Basic Science
• Qualifies as Testing Personnel for high complexity testing under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA)
• No experience required

PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Two (2) years related experience in a CLIA Licensed Clinical or Anatomic Pathology Laboratory

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures with accuracy and precision, following standard procedures and recognizes deviation from expected results
• Reviews and evaluates accuracy of lab data and reports patient results with all required documentation
• Performs, records, and evaluates quality control data according to procedures including checking expiration dates and documentation of QC performance before use
• Performs and documents required maintenance procedures for laboratory instruments and equipment as assigned
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and troubleshoots according to protocol
• Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results and takes appropriate action
• Able to work independently within established guidelines, apply problem-solving skills, meet deadlines and meet urgent patient, provider, and system needs
• Reviews and suggests revisions for test procedures
• Participates in evaluations of new tests or instruments, as assigned
• Maintains inventory for proper levels, notifies person responsible for ordering when supplies needed, and receives and unpacks supplies when delivered
• Instructs and trains employees and students
• May assess staff for competency
• Communicates pertinent information to staff members, management, medical directors, and other divisions
• Performs laboratory testing as required per division
• Follows established procedures for collecting and processing biological specimens for analysis
• Reviews laboratory orders and samples for acceptability
• Sets up and processes patient samples for clinical testing and delivers to correct laboratory section
• Available to cover different shifts if requested to guarantee patient care
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure
• Adheres to all safety protocols in each laboratory area