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Job Requisition Number 37539

$5,000-$15,000 (Shift depending) Sign on bonus (taxable) available

Variable Shifts available

Full-time and Part-time available


Onsite


Summary:

The Medical Laboratory Technician is responsible for the collection, processing, and testing of laboratory specimens from patients of all ages to aid in the diagnosis of disease. This role requires the application of laboratory science techniques, attention to detail, and adherence to quality control standards. The Medical Laboratory Technician demonstrates proficiency in the use of laboratory instrumentation and computer systems and performs routine troubleshooting and maintenance to ensure the accurate and reliable functioning of testing equipment.

Responsibilities:

1. Follows procedures for collecting, processing biological specimens and evaluating specimens for acceptability.

2. Performing laboratory tests of all complexities using a variety of techniques, instrumentation, and equipment with accuracy and precision.

3. Reports and communicates results appropriately according to policy.

4. Performs interprets quality control, calibrates and troubleshoots equipment, documents maintenance and corrective action, performs proficiency testing according to regulatory standards.

5. Follows all hospital policies and procedures as well as all laboratory policies and procedures including but not limited to specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient results. Addresses patients and families in an appropriate manner for patient's age and level of understanding.

6.  Reports critical information to physician or caregiver as indicated by policy and within acceptable timeframes.

7. Performs tasks efficiently and maintains a neat and safe work area

8. Other duties as required.

Other information:

Technical Expertise

1. Experience in clinical laboratory setting including recent experience in multiple laboratory disciplines, is preferred.

2. Experience with Laboratory Information Systems is preferred.

3. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is preferred.

Education and Experience

1. Education: Associates degree in Medical Technology or other science, with successful completion of an internship in Medical Technology or equivalent experience in a laboratory as deemed appropriate by ASCP and CLIA criteria required

2. License: None

3. Certification: Certification or eligibility for certification by ASCP at the Technician level or grandfathered at the Technician level as deemed appropriate by ASCP or CLIA.

4. Years of relevant experience: 2 is preferred

5. Years of supervisor experience: none

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000


Status: Onsite


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