Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Scientist

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and prioritize work duties to accomplish work load and accompanying duties
• Comply with the established standards and practices/procedures
• Use proper techniques and equipment
• Assemble supplies and equipment and assure proper functioning and cleanliness
• Perform tests and procedures as ordered/requisitioned
• Follow outlines in procedure manuals
• ID and label all specimens received and collected, then discard after tests or store for future reference
• Record, report, and post test results and findings as required
• File, mail, and/or call in reports
• Perform quality controls and quality assurance techniques per department protocols as requested
• Consult with and keep the Manager informed of all activities, needs, and problems within the department
• Notify the Manager of out of control, discrepant, or unexpected results within the expected time frame
• Correlate clinical data/diagnoses with test results for reasonableness and accuracy
• Offer/suggest alternative and/or repeat testing based on clinical data and diagnosis
• Monitor all test results, unknowns, controls, and standards and evaluate for accurate method/machine/sample performance
• Communicate clearly and logically with any and all persons involved in patient care to assure the highest quality of care is given

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to: Lab Manager
• Supervises: None

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below 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.
• Education And Experience
• Minimum Required Education: B.S. Degree in Medical Technology or related field
• Preferred Education: Not applicable
• Experience: Prior experience is preferred, but will hire new graduates
• Certification Requirements
• Applicants must be certified as a Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Scientist or equivalent within 12 months of hire;
• Specialty certifications are encouraged and preferred in addition to the MT equivalent.