Medical Lab Tech - UNC Family Med at Blue Ridge

UNC Health Care Systems • Raleigh, NC

57d • $23 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Commitment Incentive: This position is eligible for a $5,000 commitment incentive, paid in four installments every six months over a two-year period. Summary: Performs beginning level of patient testing and administrative tasks in support of the clinical activities in the UNCHCS.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Technician, Chemical Science, or Biological Science.
• If Associate's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Technician, then must be ASCP or AMT Board of Certification eligible and must receive BOC within a year.
• If Associate's degree in chemical or biological science, Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP) or MLT (AMT) Board of Certification (BOC) required.
• None required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs patients in preparing for tests that require fasting. Answers patient questions regarding the tests.
• Maintains equipment and investigates problems with equipment.
• May assist in teaching Clinical Laboratory Science students and Pathology residents and training of new employees.
• May monitor daily operation of laboratory section or work area.
• May participate on teams or individually perform special projects/assignments.
• Performs a variety of routine and standardized tests using standard techniques and equipment. Prepares specimens, resolves specimen problems, and performs analytical tests. Labels and stores specimens.
• Prepares reagents and assists in the preparation of standard and control materials. Monitors levels of reagents and assists in maintaining supplies.
• Records results of tests and maintains records. Provides test results, reporting deviations from the norm to supervisor or ordering physician.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree