PRN MLT

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona•Torrington, WY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a per diem Medical/Clinical Laboratory Technician to join the team at Torrington Community Hospital in Torrington, Wyoming. This position performs waived and non-waived testing under supervision, in accordance with CLIA ’88, established policies and procedures, regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and applicable professional standards. The role assists the department with compliance requirements, including CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, and OSHA. Personnel report to the department supervisor. The technician may also collect, receive, and process biological specimens.

Requirements

Meet at least one of the following eligibility criteria: an associate degree in laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution; a bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science, subject to transcript review; equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting CLIA regulation 42 CFR 493.1489; or other criteria defined in 42 CFR 493.1489 or 42 CFR 493.1491, including US military medical laboratory procedures training courses.
Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.
Foreign-educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF or another nationally recognized credentialing agency for eligibility review, along with a translated diploma.
Individuals working in Nevada or California are required to maintain their certification throughout their time in the position.

Nice To Haves

MLT certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, or AAB).
Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and medical terminology.
Previous experience with phlebotomy and specimen processing.
Additional related education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory testing accurately and in a timely manner according to established policies and performance standards.
Start up and calibrate procedures and instrumentation and ensure their accuracy.
Apply knowledge of testing theory and clinical relevance; exercise independent judgment and use appropriate resources when performing assigned duties.
Resolve routine operational and technical problems, including basic computer troubleshooting.
Recognize and ensure the validity of abnormal patient and quality-control results and the accuracy of test results.
Detect and document deviations from defined procedures, resolve problems identified during testing, and follow through appropriately.
Meet department standards for productivity and quality.
Use supplies and materials appropriately, assist with inventory management, and use reagents and supplies efficiently.
Contribute to supervisor-identified projects and identify projects related to department needs.
Train laboratory personnel, provide guidance on pre-analytical and waived and non-waived testing when the supervisor is absent, and complete required training modules.
Communicate courteously, professionally, effectively, and accurately with internal and external customers; help resolve communication issues and promote teamwork.
Attend and participate in staff meetings.
As required, collect specimens and process patient samples, including general laboratory and referral laboratory processing, while ensuring correct patient and specimen identification and specimen integrity.
Comply with applicable accrediting agency and regulatory requirements.