Medical Technologist (MT, CLS, MLS)

Responsibilities

• Performs a full range of automated and non-automated laboratory procedures in the areas of chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, serology, bacteriology, and immunohematology according to established protocols
• Evaluates the suitability of the specimen for analysis, requesting new specimen if determined to be unusable. Prepares specimens for analysis; insuring that the physiologic states of the specimen properties are maintained
• Selects, performs, evaluates and monitors the performance of test procedures using manual and /or instrumental techniques in accordance with established protocols. Recognizes and reacts to indicators of malfunction; locates and implements corrections
• Cultivates and maintains proficiency in the use of laboratory instrumentation and equipment
• Conducts quality control procedures on equipment, reagents, and products and maintains proper records for quality control reports
• Calibrates, standardizes, adjusts and maintains instruments on which trained. Verifies correct instrument operation using established procedures and quality control checks and monitoring. Identifies the cause of common problems and makes simple repairs
• Evaluates the validity of data in relation to the test system and accepted assay procedures; correlates quantitative data with patient data (i.e., history, medications) to verify results
• Performs additional tests to clarify or confirm abnormal patient results. Recognizes abnormal results that require immediate attention by the physician and reports them directly
• Generates laboratory results from the work area into the laboratory computer system
• Edit and verify results recorded into the computer system

Qualifications

• Accredited (NACCLS) Bachelors-level degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or a related program
• Graduate from a medical technology program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
• Current certification/registration as determined by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Minimum one (1) year experience within the past five (1) years