Medical Laboratory Technician / Medical Laboratory Scientist

About This Role

Conducting routine and stat laboratory tests for diagnosis and treatment of disease is the core of this role, along with performing related duties under limited supervision. This position suits individuals who are detail-oriented and committed to maintaining high standards in laboratory practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses using appropriate procedures with precision and accuracy.
• Operate instruments and equipment accurately, following established protocols and quality control measures.
• Evaluate results from patient and quality control samples to ensure validity before reporting.
• Research delta flags appropriately.
• Record and report results correctly and legibly.
• Recognize abnormal or unusual test results.
• Use correct techniques, policies, and protocols in the collection and processing of all specimens.
• Verify patient, specimen, and results.
• Properly aliquot and label specimens with appropriate information.
• Instruct new employees, students, and residents at the bench in procedures, techniques, and theory.
• Document proficiency utilizing individual checklists.
• Inform section leader or manager of problems noted in training processes.
• Restock items in use to assure availability for the next shift.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Monitor expiration dates of supplies and reagents, following established protocols.
• Review pending logs, worksheets, etc., for accuracy and completeness of work.
• Assure proper retention of all specimens for their designated time.
• Complete CMR in a timely manner and leave documentation for the appropriate manager.
• Observe and respond to safety violations and drills correctly and immediately.
• Report and document personal exposure to hazardous or infectious situations.
• Use lab biosafety levels and universal precautions guidelines when needed.
• Maintain patient safety throughout collection/procedure.
• Employ good organizational skills and prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Report results in a timely manner and observe meal and break periods according to workload.
• Report critical values according to laboratory policy and document verbal reports.
• Document personal continuing education attendance and presentations.
• Complete all objectives from previous evaluations and required competencies in the designated timeframe.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent Medical Laboratory Technology Program Degree that meets ASCP or AMT requirements.