Medical Laboratory Technician

About the role

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Lab Supervisor and other Medical Technologists in the assigned area. Performs a variety of laboratory examinations and tests assuring rapid and accurate results.

Responsibilities

• Performs and reports various laboratory tests in the assigned section in accordance with prescribed procedures.
• Calibrates, standardizes equipment and performs minor equipment maintenance.
• Recognizes instrument malfunction and out of control test results and seeks assistance from Clinical Lab Supervisor or Technologists.
• Performs quality control to ensure proper functioning of instruments, reagents and procedures.
• Participates in proficiency testing.
• Affords assistance in specimen collection as necessary and assists in specimen processing and accessioning as appropriate.
• Maintains positive work environment.
• Affords assistance in teaching responsibilities for other MLTs and Tech Extenders as well as training and orientation.
• Affords assistance in supply management for section.

Requirements

• Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required: Registration as MLT (ASCP), RCT, MLT (AMT), CLT (NCA).
• Education Required: Must be a High School or GED Diploma Graduate. Associate degree required in Applied Sciences. MLT (ASCP) registry or equivalent as determined by the Professional Director.

Qualifications

• Experience Preferred.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to use visual acuity to see monitor screen, computer and hard copy materials.
• Must be able to hear and verbally communicate in person and over the phone or radio.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time (up to 2 hours).
• Must be able to comprehend and learn operation of various office equipment.
• Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 50-60# specific to job evaluation.
• Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and apply proper body mechanics during the transfers and transport supplies and/or equipment using proper body mechanics.
• Must be able to lift up to 10# specific to job evaluation.

Pay

Pay Range: $25.30 - $37.95

Schedule

Hours Per Week: 40
Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday - Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 2 PM

Benefits

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Note

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment To You Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program