Medical Laboratory Technologist

• 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 timeframe
• Evaluates results for clinical significance, validity and appropriateness
• Follows prescribed policy in the reporting and notification of test results
• Performs and documents calibration and maintenance of instruments and equipment
• Performs and documents quality control
• evaluates quality control results and takes corrective action when indicated
• Recognizes indicators of test and/or instrument malfunction and makes basic corrections by using prescribed strategies, or notifies the Medical Technologist, site coordinator or supervisor
• Performs internal and external proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples
• Collects specimens from newborn, pediatric, and adult patients according to established protocol
• Ascertains specimens are properly labeled and suitable for testing
• Provides technical assistance to Phlebotomists and support staff
• 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 specialty testing in areas including transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry
• Supports the disease specific accreditations of an institution 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 a high acuity patient event

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) needs to be obtained within 1 year
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification issued by the American Medical Technologists (AMT) needs to be obtained within 1 year
• Associate's Degree in Clinical Lab Technician or related field
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner
• Maintains patient confidentiality in and out of the workplace
• Demonstrates a willingness to work a flexible schedule, which may include alternate site assignment
• Must be able to operate all equipment essential in performing the job
• Frequently lifts up to 10 lbs. Will occasionally be required to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to sit, stand and walk for the majority of the workday
• Must wear appropriate lab coat, gloves, gowns and eye and face protection as needed
• May require travel

No experience required

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program