Medical Laboratory Technician - White Memorial Hospital

About the role

The Medical Laboratory Technician at the LAB assists with laboratory testing on patient specimens. Under direction, may provide information for the diagnosis and treatment. Helps to maintain records of performance and utilizes independent judgment to generate acceptable test results. Performs all tasks according to standard operating procedures. Assists with development and modification of procedures and assumes additional responsibilities as outlined by management or the laboratory director.

Responsibilities

• Assists with laboratory testing on patient specimens
• Provides information for the diagnosis and treatment under direction
• Maintains records of performance and utilizes independent judgment to generate acceptable test results
• Performs all tasks according to standard operating procedures
• Affords assistance with development and modification of procedures
• Affords additional responsibilities as outlined by management or the laboratory director

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related science (Certification is not required)
• Associate Degree in an approved Medical Laboratory Technician Program or a Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician) certification from an official military medical laboratory procedures course of at least 50 weeks duration, dependent on when coursework was completed.
• Associate degree requires certification (NCA, AMT, ASCP, HEW, and CLA) within 12 months of employment. Failure to achieve would result in downgrade to Lab Assistant II position until certification is achieved or loss of employment, dependent on business need.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of various laboratory techniques and procedures
• Working knowledge of laboratory testing equipment and routine maintenance procedures
• Ability to maintain quality control and other records
• Working knowledge of computers
• Knowledge of all laboratory safety regulations and protocols

Skills

• None specifically listed

Benefits

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck!

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

PRN, Rotating