Medical Lab Technician - 7/7

Baptist Health • Alabaster, AL

5d

About The Position

Performs moderately complex general laboratory testing in the area(s) of licensure under the direction of a Medical Technologist. The technician performs routine testing, verifies results and quality control data, maintains equipment and supplies, communicates critical results, and supports laboratory quality improvement and regulatory compliance. The role also includes specimen collection and processing, assisting department guests, and supporting students or other personnel under supervision.

Requirements

• Graduate from an approved school of medical laboratory technician, or hold an associate degree in a related field.
• Requires ASCP or AMT certification or equivalent as a Medical Laboratory Technician from an accredited program, or qualification for certification; certification is required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report routine laboratory testing according to established policies and procedures and within established timeframes.
• Verify results and quality control data for accuracy and reliability.
• Perform, evaluate, and document quality control, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Use computer systems for ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions.
• Ensure proper utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies.
• Communicate critical results to the patient caregiver.
• Report unusual findings to the immediate supervisor.
• Report work activities and pending work to the oncoming technologist.
• Assume one or more responsibilities under the supervision of a Medical Technologist or Team Leader, such as supply or reagent ordering or preparation, primary operation of minor instrumentation, projects, or teaching and training.
• Perform specimen collection procedures and specimen receiving and processing as required.
• Answer the telephone and greet guests to the department.
• Maintain current job knowledge to effectively instruct students or other personnel.
• Participate actively in the laboratory quality improvement program, including performance and evaluation of key quality indicators.
• Follow established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
• Practice infection control and safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient records and hospital and departmental matters.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with applicable policies and laws.
• Comply with Baptist Health policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as directed under the supervision of a Medical Technologist or Team Leader.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree