Medical Lab Technician II

Confluence Health•Wenatchee, WA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a pool position with no guarantee of hours. The Medical Lab Technician II conducts routine and complex laboratory tests, interprets test results, operates instruments, and supports clients accessing laboratory services. This role also oversees laboratory practices for a given lab section, including procedure documentation, quality assurance, quality control monitoring, instrument maintenance, staff training, and preparing for certification, licensure, and accreditation processes.

Requirements

Certification of MLT (ASCP), or equivalent within 6 months of hire.
Trained and competent in high complexity testing within 6 months of being hired.
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician.

Responsibilities

Proficient in all aspects of the MLT I role.
Perform moderate and high complexity testing according to published procedures and turnaround times.
Validation of test results to include recognizing questionable results with investigation to determine root cause. Once root cause is determined appropriate action is taken prior to release of results to customer.
Communicate written and verbal information to customers regarding appropriate specimen collection, transport, and test methodology.
Ability to interpret test results and address client issues in an effective and courteous manner.
Interpret, initiate, and comply with CLIA/CAP/DOH/DNV regulatory guidelines for laboratory testing.
Ability to utilize critical thinking for problem solving.
Ability to multitask effectively and accurately in a stressful environment.
Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.