Performs laboratory procedures, quality control and quality assurance measures as outlined in the Laboratory Procedure Manual. Tests patient specimens, correlates data and reports results in a timely manner to affect quality patient care.
Essential Functions:
- Follows lab procedures for specimen handling and processing.
- Performs lab procedures of moderate and high complexity in accordance with standards set forth in the approved Laboratory Procedures Manual.
- Reports and maintains records of patient test results according to protocol.
- Adheres to quality control and quality assurance procedures with appropriate and accurate documentation.
- Follows laboratory's established corrective action procedures.
- Performs proficiency testing, reports results according to protocol.
- Diagnoses laboratory instrument malfunctions, performs preventive and corrective maintenance/repairs and maintains records of actions.
- Ensures that lab standards of timeliness and quality of patient test results are met.
- Recognizes unexpected or unreasonable results, identifies the cause and takes appropriate action.
- Brings unusual situations to the attention of the supervisor.
- Enters and retrieves information using the laboratory computer system where required.
- Assists in the evaluation and development of new procedures, methods and instrumentation.
- Performs the responsibilities of phlebotomy, accessioning, and specimen processing on an as needed basis to maintain efficient laboratory operations.
- Assures that adequate department supply levels are maintained in a cost effective manner.
- Assists in the orientation of new employees and medical staff.
- Adheres to lab safety and infection control practices.
- Follows department and organization dress code policies.
- Wears protective garb where appropriate.
- Applies professional knowledge and judgment to analytical and decision making functions.
- Advises providers and clinical staff of correct procedures for specimen collection and handling.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient/medical information.
- Participates in continuing education programs and in-services, maintains an up to date level of knowledge in the laboratory field.
- Adheres to regional and laboratory service management policies and procedures.
- Participates in the development and implementation of internal Quality Assurance monitors relating to quality of care and service.
- Performs other related duties as directed.
Qualifications:
Schedule Details:
- Rotating schedule to include nights, weekends and holidays.
- Hours 5:00pm - 1:00am, 11:30pm - 7:30pm or 12:00am - 8:00am. Required to work variable days or shifts hours.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
- MT or MLS (ASCP) or equivalent certification required.
- Skills necessary to perform all procedures contained in the Laboratory Procedure Manual to include specimen processing, test performance, and reporting of test results required.
- Demonstrated skills in organizing, prioritizing and problem solving required.
- Demonstrated communication skills required.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- One (1) to two (2) years of recent full time (or equivalent) general clinical laboratory experience preferred.
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.