Medical Lab Technician

Responsibilities

• Performs lab testing in Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis and Coagulation
• Checks the quality control of each test prior to running and reporting patient results
• Calls worklists on the computer, does editing of results and data enters test results
• Confirms abnormal results prior to releasing and brings any “rare and improbable” test results to the attention of a supervisor
• Processes specimens and logs requisitions as needed
• Reviews daily specimen management reports
• Affixes to maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies and ensures compliance with state requirements for documentation of lot numbers with quality control and specimen records
• Troubleshoots problems (client, instrument, computer) as needed
• Performs maintenance on the automated Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation and Urinalysis instrumentation as needed
• Data enters results into the computer
• Ensures that QC is within appropriate limits and brings problems to supervisor
• Reviews worklists and work from automated analyzers to ensure accuracy and timely reporting of patient results
• Performs differentials and urine sediments as needed
• Performs other tasks and procedures that are commensurate with education, training and abilities
• Responsible for all clerical functions associated with specimen integrity, testing, identification and reporting of department testing