MLT

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform tests and procedures as ordered/requisitioned, following outlines in procedure manuals.
• This includes Bacteriology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Hematology and Coagulation, Serology, etc.
• Identify and label all specimens received/collected.
• Record and report findings as required.
• Call all values that are flagged as critical to a responsible caregiver following Laboratory procedure.
• Fax reports when indicated if phlebotomist/clerk is not available.
• Perform quality control according to established policy.
• When performing phlebotomy procedures, assure that appropriate care is provided utilizing knowledge and skill according to the age of the patient – neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric.
• Assess data reflective to the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age specific needs.
• Provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures.
• May assist in supervising students during their clinical training.
• Care for and maintain supplies, equipment, facilities, and work areas as required/directed.
• Make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment and apparatus.
• Calibrate equipment.
• Alert supervisor to defective equipment, supplies, materials, etc.
• Document maintenance.
• Perform cleaning duties as required.
• Understand and perform specimen-collecting techniques.
• Judge the adequacy of submitted specimens and request another specimen if necessary.
• Record all test results with accuracy. Include information regarding abnormal appearance of specimen.
• Identify and/or flag all abnormal results and panic values and call to proper personnel following Laboratory procedure.
• Maintain all required records, report, statistics, logs and files.
• Report inventory to Lab Manager.
• Rotates stock as needed.
• Unpacks supplies and store appropriately.

Physical Requirements

• Lift light objects.
• Stand for long periods of time.

Working Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates effective communication skills.
• Adapt to change.