Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Mayo Clinic • Fairmont, MN

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About The Position

Collect, receive, and process the appropriate specimens (body fluids, blood, urine, swabs, stools, etc.) in a safe, accurate, and professional manner with the proper technique. Perform clinical testing using a variety of automated, semi-automated, and/or manual technology as defined by current job assignment. Perform quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) procedures to ensure accurate reporting of test results. Perform daily, weekly, and monthly instrument maintenance of various equipment. Troubleshoot machines and solve technical issues. Follow standard precautions at all times. Participate in external quality controls like CAP proficiencies and perform laboratory competencies. Maintain laboratory documentation and files. Display competency in phlebotomy for all age ranges from pediatrics to geriatrics. Conduct validation, verification, and correlation of the equipment. Communicate effectively to providers, nurses, and colleagues regarding critical values and clinical care. Perform in different sections of the laboratory: Blood Banking, Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology/PCR, Urinalysis, and Receiving and Processing Specimens. Perform operational support functions to facilitate workflow. Must be available to work weekends, overnight, and holiday shifts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology (MT), Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), or Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS), or a related field.
• Certification in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS), or Medical Technology (MT) recognized by NAACLS.
• Proficiency in medical laboratory procedures and instruments.
• Applied knowledge of Blood Bank theory and chemistry.
• Skills in microbiology/PCR and Hematology/Coagulation.
• Ability to perform all required skills accurately and independently.

Responsibilities

• Collect, receive, and process specimens in a safe and professional manner.
• Perform clinical testing using various automated and manual technologies.
• Conduct quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) procedures.
• Perform maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Troubleshoot machines and resolve technical issues.
• Participate in external quality controls and laboratory competencies.
• Maintain laboratory documentation and files.
• Display competency in phlebotomy for all age ranges.
• Conduct validation, verification, and correlation of equipment.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare providers regarding test results.
• Work in various sections of the laboratory.
• Facilitate workflow through operational support functions.

Benefits

• Must be available to work weekends, overnight, and holiday shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree