Steward Health Care System-posted about 1 year ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Taunton, MA
1,001-5,000 employees
Ambulatory Health Care Services

The Med Lab Tech (MLT) position at Steward Health Care involves performing routine and specialized testing on patient specimens to aid in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases. The role requires minimal supervision and emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and quality service in a laboratory environment.

  • Performs testing on all specimens and ensures that results are accurate and complete.
  • Works in a team environment to accomplish laboratory goals.
  • Possesses knowledge of Medical Technology and answers inquiries from physicians and other health care professionals.
  • May be required to mentor new employees and students.
  • Obtains and processes specimens for laboratory testing according to department/section policy and procedures.
  • Verifies accuracy of test specimen before testing.
  • Performs technical procedures as required by department or supervisor.
  • Performs all testing in a timely manner as established by departmental policy and performs all tests with confidence.
  • Inspects instruments and verifies that equipment is in proper working order before testing.
  • Insures that test results correlate with each other and the patient's clinical situation.
  • Rechecks and reports to the supervisor all questionable results.
  • Follows critical value procedure.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in performing all computer tasks associated with job responsibilities.
  • Performs scheduled maintenance to assure proper operation of equipment.
  • Records the procedures performed.
  • Performs quality control and quality assurance procedures and instrument checks correctly.
  • Performs analytical and decision making functions with minimal supervision.
  • Applies step-by-step problem solving and thinking patterns.
  • Acts as charge person assigned to provide direction, support and technical ability to others.
  • Completes work assignments within an acceptable time frame.
  • Uses time and resources to the best possible advantage for successful completion of job responsibilities.
  • Develops and maintains efficient working relationships.
  • Is reliable in respect to attendance and punctuality.
  • Recognizes the importance of team efforts and partners with others to achieve positive outcomes.
  • Is part of a team effort to ensure quality services.
  • Offers creative solutions or alternatives to issues or concerns.
  • Produces quality results and continually strives to improve the quality of work.
  • Accepts responsibility for all work performed and takes appropriate corrective action as needed.
  • Is cooperative in interactions, treating customers with courtesy, respect and compassion.
  • Is patient when responding to questions and answers questions appropriately.
  • Responds to requests in a timely manner.
  • Handles interruptions in a skillful way.
  • Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Strives to prevent/resolve customer concerns to the customer's satisfaction.
  • Valid Medical Technologist certification (MLT with Associates degree).
  • 2-5 years of laboratory experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of Medical Technology and laboratory procedures.
  • MT ASCP/NCA certification with Associates degree.
  • On-the-job training
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