Medical Laboratory Technician - PRN

About the Role

This PRN position requires availability to cover day or night shifts. The role involves performing laboratory tests in hematology, toxicology, microbiology, immunology, and chemistry, as well as collecting and processing patient samples for clinical laboratory analysis at all complexity levels to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Any position involving direct patient care is considered safety-sensitive by Avem Health Partners’ standards.

Responsibilities

• Process laboratory specimens and report results across all areas of the clinical laboratory.
• Maintain laboratory records.
• Perform routine and stat laboratory assays.
• Conduct qualitative urine analysis, including color, clarity, and specific gravity.
• Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors.
• Maintain quality results by running standards and controls, verifying equipment function through routine maintenance and troubleshooting, and monitoring quality control measures and protocols.
• Operate hematology, urinalysis, and coagulation equipment; perform manual methods of differentials.
• Collect blood culture specimens properly, perform moderate complexity identification of organisms, and report findings to caregivers.
• Ensure patients receive compatible blood/blood components by collecting, labeling, and processing samples properly for reference lab testing.
• Keep the laboratory sterile and organized.
• Maintain quality control practices in the laboratory.
• Follow laboratory policies and procedures.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Behavioral Standards

• Support the mission, vision, and goals of Avem Health Partners and serve as a role model within the company.
• Exhibit positive customer service behavior in daily work interactions.
• Demonstrate a courteous and respectful attitude toward internal workforce and external customers.
• Communicate accurately and appropriately.
• Handle difficult situations discreetly and professionally.
• Hold self-accountable for professional practice.
• Participate in performance improvement activities utilizing principles to support and improve departmental goals.
• Demonstrate knowledge of unit goals and actively contribute to committees and projects.
• Stay current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions, and best practices.
• Assume responsibility for seeking educational and professional opportunities for personal learning and growth, including meeting mandatory education requirements.
• Act as a preceptor as requested.
• Maintain excellent work attendance and actively participate in meetings and training sessions as required.
• Adhere to the Avem Health Partners Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior.
• Comply with established policies and procedures and all health and safety requirements.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Science.
• Generalist skill set in: General Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, ABGs, Urine Microbiology, Spot Testing, and General Blood Banking.
• Computer proficiency.

Qualifications

• MLT-ASCP Certification required.
• Current BLS certification (or obtained within 30 days of hire).

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Visual and auditory abilities must be intact to perform duties.
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking are required.
• Frequent pulling and reaching are required.