MLT-CLINIC

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and waived or non-waived tests that the individual has been trained in, and as appropriate for testing department.
• Follows the Laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient results.
• Documents all corrective actions taken when the test process deviates from the Laboratory’s established performance specifications.
• Does not report patient results until all corrective action has been taken, and test is performing as expected.
• Performs proficiency-testing and maintains records that demonstrate that proficiency-testing samples are tested in same manner as patient samples.
• Adheres to Laboratory’s quality control policies; documents all control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
• Notifies the Laboratory Medical Director of out-of-control situations if problem cannot be resolved.
• Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results; either corrects the problem or notifies the Laboratory Medical Director if the problem cannot be resolved.
• Performs orientation, instruction and evaluation of new employees to the department.
• Prepares various reagents and supplies according to precise formulas as needed.
• Utilizes the applicable lab systems in patient accessioning and resulting; monitors incomplete and collection lists.
• Operates, maintains and troubleshoots Laboratory equipment and instruments, as specified.
• Performs blood collection procedures according to stated procedure in manual.
• Plans work to insure maximum productivity with minimum amount of ‘carry over’ work, while keeping overtime to a minimum.
• Responsible for communicating to the other appropriate staff needed information about patient samples or instrument performance.
• Affords assistance in evaluating and validating testing systems.
• Uses proper judgment in releasing information; analyzes situations and takes appropriate actions.
• Uses fundamentals of AIDET when interacting and communicating with patients.
• Collaborate with the patient, physician and other care team members as part of a team based approach to overall patient care.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.
• Minimum Experience: Must possess basic computer skills and medical terminology. Prefer at least three (3) years experience in lab testing.
• Licensure Requirement: Current Tennessee State License as a Medical Laboratory Technician. Certification by ASCP or NCA is preferred.