Medical Technologist (MLT/MLS) - Full Time - Second Shift

Responsibilities

• Performs, evaluates, and monitors laboratory tests as authorized within established protocols, selecting and performing additional procedures when indicated.
• Monitors workflow and makes necessary adjustments to complete work in an appropriate time frame.
• Evaluates results for clinical significance, validity, and appropriateness; follows prescribed policy in the reporting and notification of test results.
• Performs and documents calibration, maintenance, and repair of instruments and equipment; recognizes indicators of test and/or instrument malfunction and implements appropriate corrections.
• Performs, documents, and reviews quality control and quality assurance for improvement according to established protocol; evaluates quality control results and takes corrective action when indicated.
• Ascertains that specimens are properly labeled and suitable for testing; collects specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients according to established protocol.
• Provides general direction, training, competency review, and technical assistance to medical laboratory technicians, phlebotomists, and support staff.
• Assists in the development of education and training protocols; instructs students, residents, and new team members as assigned.
• Assists in improving the quality and efficiency of laboratory procedures, policies, and processes; ensures compliance with all accrediting agency standards, supporting CAP Regulatory requirements in an acute setting.
• Performs internal and external proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples.
• Performs specialty testing in areas including transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry; supports disease-specific accreditations by meeting turn-around time goals.
• Provides direct support and timely, accurate laboratory results for critical care departments such as the ED, ICU, and OR during high-acuity patient events, including transfusion services, attending codes, performing testing on irretrievable samples, tissue grinding, gram stains, mass casualty procedures, and mass transfusion procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served; interprets data reflective of patient status to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) needs to be obtained within 1 year, or Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Medical Technologists (AMT) needs to be obtained within 1 year.
• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, or related field.
• No prior experience required.

Skills

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include alternate site assignments.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Frequently lifts up to 10 lbs; occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for the majority of the workday.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, radioactive, and/or infectious agents.
• Will be exposed to human blood and body fluids.
• Must wear appropriate lab coat, gloves, gowns, and eye and face protection as needed.
• May require travel, exposing the incumbent to inclement weather and adverse road conditions.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

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. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.